ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 759313 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.63
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1 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
advantageous
demeanor
disdain
courtesy

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

2 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
60% Answer Correctly
charade
sociable
aerate
advantageous

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

3 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
elate
verify
beneficial
antidote

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
trove
regale
pretentious
repentant

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 regale is "to amuse.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

5 Rehash most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
review
untenable
gravity
cunning

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."