ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 453820 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.42
Score 0% 68%

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1 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
70% Answer Correctly
impudence
servile
lurid
cunning

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

2 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
buffer
fragile
stealth
careless

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

3 Sociable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
genial
benevolent
ploy
belated

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 benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

4 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
appalling
rule
periodic
pomp

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

5 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
pallid
incidental
redouble
homage

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."