ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 232572 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.54
Score 0% 71%

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1 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
90% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
epitaph
nearness
plaudits

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 unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

2 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
59% Answer Correctly
pompous
proximity
authoritarian
incumbent

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

3 Retroactive most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
elate
procrastinate
retrograde
repel

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

4 Redouble most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
ethical
illuminate
intensify
advantageous

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

5 Perception most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
cognition
revive
scamper

Solution
The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."