ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 48192 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.31
Score 0% 66%

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1 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
buffer
conduit
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 conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

2 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
methodical
pomp
pantomime
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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

3 After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams.
80% Answer Correctly
brawl
demeanor
pretentious
buffer

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

4 Euphoria most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
repentant
elation
grandiose
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

5 Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies.
56% Answer Correctly
defiant
dupe
camaraderie
incongruous

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."