ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 196 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.71
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1 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
futile
camaraderie
akin
perception

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

2 Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts.
88% Answer Correctly
methodical
turmoil
elate
start

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

3 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
equitable
nearness
incongruous
buffer

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 incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

4 Ramble most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
rehash
roam
benefactor
grandiose

Solution
The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

5 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
straddle
celebrated
stifle
homage

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."