ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 725093 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.67
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1 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
ecstatic
epistolary
equitable
disposition

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 epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

2 Genial most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
pleasant
gravity
extol
flourish

Solution
The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

3 "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone.
63% Answer Correctly
pomp
elate
inscription
archetypal

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

4 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
cunning
buffoonery
medium
inflammatory

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 cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

5 The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized.
83% Answer Correctly
derivative
redouble
chaos
melodious

Solution
The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."