ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 810683 Results

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1 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
ramble
benefactor
collection
exalt

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 ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

2 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
raucous
archetypal
rhapsody
cover

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The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
awe
benevolent
repel
pretentious

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 awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

4 The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller.
84% Answer Correctly
meticulous
rancorous
favorable
combustion

Solution
The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

5 Moderate most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
supple
commemorate
composed
medium

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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 supple is "flexible.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."