ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 657661 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.26
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1 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
bitter
supple
anthology
ethical

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
buffer
antidote
brandish
homage

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 antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

3 The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury.
70% Answer Correctly
gruesome
immoderate
incidental
genial

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

4 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
epitaph
extol
trim
periodic

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

5 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
camaraderie
genial
benefactor

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."