ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 957361 Results

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1 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
raspy
apathetic
homage
disdain

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 raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

2 Appraise most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
heed
intricate
assess
drab

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The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

3 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
incumbent
exasperation
eulogy
glorify

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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 eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

4 Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found.
82% Answer Correctly
anthology
repel
honorable
extol

Solution
The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

5 Parity most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
benefactor
pallid
sameness
ploy

Solution
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."