ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 280508 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.70
Score 0% 74%

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1 After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage.
84% Answer Correctly
civility
scapegoat
rescue
benevolent

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

2 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
dreary
exception
lurid
exalt

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

3 Negate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
diffident
grandiose
neutralize
colossal

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 colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

4 Unscrupulous most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
corrupt
opportune
awe
ethical

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The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

5 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
careless
illuminate
avian
conduit

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."