ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 248042 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.61
Score 0% 72%

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1 Archetypal most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
meticulous
indecorous
classic
diffident

Solution
The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."

2 The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing.
80% Answer Correctly
pantomime
fidelity
pale
retroactive

Solution
The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

3 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
insolence
intricate
entangle
antiquated

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

4 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
salvage
patron
censure
induce

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

5 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74% Answer Correctly
seriousness
prominence
flagrant
serenity

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."