ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 374620 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
parity
cover
incongruous
equitable

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 incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

2 After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder.
85% Answer Correctly
disconcert
gigantic
commemorate
combustion

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

3 The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
inviolable
artless
untenable

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

4 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
ethical
celebrated
stern
surfeit

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 Drub most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
anthology
beat
pomp
surplus

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."