ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 134374 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.50
Score 0% 70%

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1 They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second.
88% Answer Correctly
overjoyed
scapegoat
epistolary
scamper

Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

2 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
delight
comprehensible
placebo
advantageous

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."

3 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
incumbent
drub
apathetic
obdurate

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

4 Buffer most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
turmoil
cushion
flaw
corrective

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 turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

5 Facade most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
dubious
ecstatic
oblivious
mask

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."