ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 568515 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.33
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1 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
oblivious
illuminate
comfort
frugal

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

2 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
turmoil
oblivious
delight
archaic

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

3 Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work.
55% Answer Correctly
exasperation
garish
kudos
egotist

Solution
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."

4 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
stifle
preclude
immoderate
glorify

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The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

5 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
prudent
rail
evident
flaw

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The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."