ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 897800 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.36
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1 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
composed
abate
disposition
melodious

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

2 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
60% Answer Correctly
preclude
charade
anthology
pretense

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 preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

3 Accessible most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
pantomime
grandiose
inauspicious
approachable

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

4 Composed most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
epistolary
serene
meticulous
eloquent

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

5 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
glorify
demean
embellish
corroborate

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 corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."