ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 853070 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.97
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1 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
lurid
exasperation
commemorate
trim

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 commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

2 Pantomime most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
compulsion
solace
turmoil
charade

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 solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

3 Flaunt most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
promote
demeanor
buffoonery
parade

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

4 The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53% Answer Correctly
petty
extenuating
clairvoyance
accommodate

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

5 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
accentuate
fraud
incidental
humble

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 fraud is "trick.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."