ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 295900 Results

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1 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
homage
raspy
apathetic
authoritarian

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

2 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
accentuate
scapegoat
extenuating
mitigating

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

3 Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams.
66% Answer Correctly
accessible
archetypal
ecstasy
methodical

Solution
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

4 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
intricate
caustic
rancorous
manifest

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."

5 It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party.
66% Answer Correctly
oblilgatory
solace
oblivious
refurbish

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."