ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 887750 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
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1 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
glorify
ecstatic
grandiose
ploy

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

2 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
benevolent
euphoria
comfort
inauspicious

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

3 Aerate most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
oxygenate
egotist
raucous
exception

Solution
The definition for aerate is "To supply with air." Used in a sentence: Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

4 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
fidelity
disconcert
extenuating
surfeit

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

5 The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest.
68% Answer Correctly
benevolent
facade
pretense
oblige

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."