ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 115750 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.64
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1 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
90% Answer Correctly
nearness
buffer
prune
accommodate

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

2 Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football.
67% Answer Correctly
suspect
exalt
periodic
entangle

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

3 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
awe
precept
devastating
clairvoyance

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

4 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
incongruous
fastidious
sociable
retroactive

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

5 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
discern
caustic
rancorous
commemorate

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."