ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 300643 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.37
Score 0% 67%

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1 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
destitute
pallid
flagrant
combustion

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

2 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
interminable
derivative
deceit
opportune

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

3 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
mitigating
facade
penurious
recrimination

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

4 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
pretense
stifle
verify
regurgitate

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 stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

5 Belated most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
epitaph
advantageous
tardy
benefactor

Solution
The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."