ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 272090 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.55
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1 The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating.
81% Answer Correctly
repeated
periodic
precept
aerate

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

2 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
exasperation
trove
beneficial
fastidious

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

3 Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired.
85% Answer Correctly
comprehensible
reanimate
finite
manifest

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 comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

4 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
pretentious
defect
drab
flaw

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

5 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
impenitent
obdurate
frugal

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."