ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 93953 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.22
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1 Ploy most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
polarize
rail
strategem
heed

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

2 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
polarize
pomp
comfort
aesthete

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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

3 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
ethical
glorify
diffident
ramble

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 ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

4 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
divination
composed
catastrophic
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

5 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
repel
inviolable
homage
lenient

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."