ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 605705 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.26
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1 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
exalt
medium
archetypal
incongruous

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

2 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
surplus
pomp
disposition
revive

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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

3 The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test.
49% Answer Correctly
finite
promote
awe
contrite

Solution
The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

4 Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert.
55% Answer Correctly
belated
akin
comprehensible
mundane

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

5 Anthology most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
equitable
collection
straddle
drab

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."