ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 245112 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.06
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1 The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48% Answer Correctly
artless
derelict
solace
incidental

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

2 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
refurbish
verify
rehash
civility

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

3 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
oblivious
neutralize
flaunt
lenient

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

4 Derivative most nearly means:
38% Answer Correctly
banal
authoritarian
embellish
adversary

Solution
The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

5 Pathos most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
garish
inviolable
stern
compassion

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."