ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 44296 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.48
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1 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
prune
highlight
flourish
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

2 Rail most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
upbraid
facade
foil
induce

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

3 Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush.
82% Answer Correctly
onset
buffer
igniting
eloquent

Solution
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

4 The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating.
81% Answer Correctly
repeated
exalt
precept
antidote

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

5 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
56% Answer Correctly
incongruous
genial
entangle
augment

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."