ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 342931 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.34
Score 0% 67%

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1 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
oblivious
punctual
akin

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

2 Composed most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
onset
inflammatory
serene
incidental

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

3 The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes.
66% Answer Correctly
benevolent
blame
regurgitate
raspy

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

4 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
recrimination
immoderate
patron
pathos

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 immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

5 Onset most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
rail
start
condone
heinous

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."