ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 33543 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.09
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1 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
derivative
obnoxious
futile
impudent

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

2 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
comprehensible
combustion
demeanor

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 demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

3 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
inauspicious
archetypal
insinuate
cushion

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."

4 Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity.
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
appalling
precept
incisive

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
pretense
patron
colossal
servile

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."