ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 208216 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.73
Score 0% 75%

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1 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
88% Answer Correctly
immoderate
incisive
equitable
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 immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

2 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
mitigating
raucous
flourish

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

3 Authoritarian most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
epitaph
buffer
strict
melee

Solution
The definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority." Used in a sentence: Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

4 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
repentant
revoke
authoritarian
serene

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank.
88% Answer Correctly
advantageous
drab
strict
pallid

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."