ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 111228 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.54
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1 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
impudent
untenable
indecorous
genial

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

2 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
cushion
precept
condone
accommodate

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

3 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
lurid
rancorous
flagrant
living

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

4 The genial host warmly greeted his many guests.
79% Answer Correctly
polarize
melodious
pleasant
methodical

Solution
The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

5 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71% Answer Correctly
anthology
rail
impudence
periodic

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 periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."