ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 321687 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
derelict
divide
plaudits
inviolable

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

2 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
74% Answer Correctly
facade
compassion
flagrant
placebo

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

3 The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank.
88% Answer Correctly
genial
composed
strict
frugal

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

4 Gravity most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
avian
discern
seriousness
advantageous

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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 avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

5 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
clairvoyance
cover
pomp
foil

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."