ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 213971 Results

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1 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
cushion
heed
benevolent

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

2 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
awe
curtail
incite
polarize

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

3 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
buffer
induce
nearness
derelict

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 induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

4 The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
61% Answer Correctly
straddle
raucous
impartial
incumbent

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

5 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
88% Answer Correctly
implausible
approachable
buffer
surplus

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."