ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 412376 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.14
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1 Composed most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
apathetic
benevolent
euphoria
serene

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 benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

2 After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams.
80% Answer Correctly
straddle
brawl
exception
extenuating

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

3 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
derivative
glorify
egotist
corrective

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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

4 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
untenable
fidelity
opportune
caustic

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

5 The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test.
49% Answer Correctly
dubious
contrite
pretense
exception

Solution
The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."