ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 366209 Results

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1 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
buffer
scamper
systematic
immoderate

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

2 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
59% Answer Correctly
pompous
melodious
archetypal
civility

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

3 Inauspicious most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
preclude
diffident
ominous
corroborate

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

4 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
manifest
homage
comprehensible
surplus

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 manifest is "obvious.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

5 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
scamper
eloquent
insolence
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 eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."