ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 587853 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.19
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1 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
incisive
mandate
solace
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 incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

2 Celebrated most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
equitable
admired
clairvoyance
avian

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

3 Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
59% Answer Correctly
untenable
celebrated
observe
conduit

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

4 Foil most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
salvage
inviolable
complement
prudent

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

5 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
incumbent
impenitent
manifest

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."