ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 304111 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.35
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1 Repel most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
diffident
opportune
stern
repulse

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

2 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
indecorous
timid
rail
intricate

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

3 Scapegoat most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
extol
defiant
dupe
condone

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

4 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
revoke
fastidious
ethical
scamper

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 ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

5 As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
75% Answer Correctly
ramble
intensify
induce
sociable

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."