ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 15896 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
Score 0% 71%

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1 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
88% Answer Correctly
compulsion
prune
pantomime
approachable

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

2 The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders.
79% Answer Correctly
pallid
proximity
cunning
repulse

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

3 Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party.
82% Answer Correctly
rowdy
lenient
impenitent
inflammatory

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

4 Naive most nearly means:
48% Answer Correctly
exasperation
artless
opportune
entangle

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

5 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
60% Answer Correctly
charade
benefactor
inauspicious
surplus

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."