ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 310638 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
antidote
compulsion
heed

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

2 Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group.
68% Answer Correctly
articulate
elate
impenitent
serenity

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 serenity is "calmness.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

3 The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller.
84% Answer Correctly
corrosive
facade
favorable
celebrated

Solution
The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

4 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
serene
appalling
trove
commemorate

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
revive
benevolent
prevent
pretense

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."