ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 19807 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.16
Score 0% 63%

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1 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
cunning
prune
implausible

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 prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

2 Entangle most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
embroil
extenuating
camaraderie
meticulous

Solution
The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

3 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
renown
incongruous
polarize
melee

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

4 Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party.
82% Answer Correctly
rowdy
genial
raucous
immoderate

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

5 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
comfort
punctual
periodic
elate

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 punctual is "on time.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."