ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 508642 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.90
Score 0% 58%

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1 Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult.
57% Answer Correctly
mandate
parity
ramble
judicious

Solution
The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

2 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
55% Answer Correctly
mitigating
foil
demeanor
futile

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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

3 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
melodious
humble
regurgitate
lenient

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
scamper
homage
rhapsody
promote

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 rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
extant
grandiose
odious
scamper

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."