ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 175282 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.54
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1 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
supple
trim
inauspicious
meticulous

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture.
37% Answer Correctly
prune
banal
ramble
defiant

Solution
The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

3 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
scamper
defect
egotist
flagrant

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

4 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
rule
authoritarian
euphoria
rancorous

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
rehash
dubious
peace
impenitent

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."