ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 37879 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly.
77% Answer Correctly
trove
mandate
dash
pallid

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

2 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
stern
glorify
recrimination
revoke

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

3 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
proximity
corroborate
cover
drub

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 corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

4 Pathos most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
appraise
extenuating
compassion
refurbish

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

5 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
beneficial
demeanor
prompt
methodical

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."