ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 436610 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.37
Score 0% 67%

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1 Archetypal most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
rail
classic
straddle
fidelity

Solution
The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

2 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
comfort
mediate
garish
opportune

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

3 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
merciful
derivative
fragile
elusive

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

4 Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart.
70% Answer Correctly
immoderate
mask
foil
revoke

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

5 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
celebrated
rehash
inviolable
obdurate

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."