ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 177118 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.93
Score 0% 59%

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1 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
comparable
patron
scapegoat
oblivious

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

2 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
scamper
adorn
rancorous
incisive

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

3 Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture.
37% Answer Correctly
dubious
unscrupulous
regurgitate
banal

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 dubious is "questionable.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

4 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
advantageous
pomp
drab
comfort

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

5 Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone.
58% Answer Correctly
melodious
obnoxious
slavish
exalt

Solution
The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."