ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 339301 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
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1 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
extant
dubious
complicated
revoke

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

2 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
avian
trim
elusive
equitable

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

3 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
pathos
promote
evident
intricate

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

4 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
mandate
abate
fraud
handicap

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

5 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
periodic
verify
disconcert
scamper

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 scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."