ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 964247 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.63
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1 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
incisive
antiquated
refurbish
foil

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

2 Epitaph most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
celebrated
inscription
liability
interminable

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

3 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
excessive
corrective
euphoria
periodic

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

4 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
ploy
corrective
collection
scapegoat

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

5 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
glorify
opportune
disconcert
curtail

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."