ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 215520 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.31
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1 Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group.
68% Answer Correctly
appraise
extant
negate
articulate

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

2 The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy.
62% Answer Correctly
plaudits
immoderate
remedial
belated

Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

3 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
composed
buffoonery
comfort
nurture

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

4 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
facade
akin
melee
elate

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

5 Exalt most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
exception
servile
ethical
glorify

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."