ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 240285 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
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1 The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills.
56% Answer Correctly
corrosive
accentuate
extant
commonplace

Solution
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

2 Salvage most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
commemorate
rescue
extenuating
scapegoat

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 commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

3 Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out.
61% Answer Correctly
strategem
benefactor
rancorous
eloquent

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

4 Revive most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
reanimate
extol
manifest
exasperation

Solution
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
condone
salvage
cushion
solace

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 salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."