ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 818669 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.17
Score 0% 63%

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1 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
humble
untenable
surplus
rehash

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

2 Curtail most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
scamper
elusive
shorten
indecorous

Solution
The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

3 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
regale
impudent
aerate
facade

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
demeanor
extant
incidental

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 incidental is "minor.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

5 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
catastrophic
parity
arbitrate
curtail

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."