ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 352609 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.68
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1 Ramble most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
roam
extenuating
flaw
lenient

Solution
The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

2 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
compulsion
appalling
derelict
irritation

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

3 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
benevolent
trim
deferment
mandate

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 mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

4 After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy.
83% Answer Correctly
pallid
recrimination
ramble
harsh

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

5 Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways.
63% Answer Correctly
rehash
benefactor
odious
censure

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."