ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 219654 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.30
Score 0% 66%

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1 After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage.
84% Answer Correctly
rescue
incidental
rail
derivative

Solution
The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

2 Composed most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
parity
punctual
retroactive
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 retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

3 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
flagrant
harsh
regale
impenitent

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

4 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
meticulous
disconcert
dubious

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

5 Straddle most nearly means:
43% Answer Correctly
stifle
exasperation
waffle
augment

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."