ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 1005 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.13
Score 0% 63%

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1 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
untenable
parity
lurid
impudence

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

2 Exception most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
anomaly
turmoil
parity
pretense

Solution
The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

3 Pretentious most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
pomp
grandiose
pompous
combative

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

4 Rail most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
demeanor
mundane
upbraid
mediate

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

5 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
pomp
benevolent
highlight
clarity

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."