ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 209873 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.47
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1 Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties.
61% Answer Correctly
embroil
composed
extenuating
anthology

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 composed is "calm.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

2 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
grandiose
antiquated
periodic
pallid

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

3 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71% Answer Correctly
appalling
illuminate
impudence
duplicity

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

4 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
composed
redouble
garish
devastating

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

5 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
derivative
dulcet
antidote
pretense

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."