ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 495468 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.18
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1 Avian most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
impenitent
opportune
bird–like
celebrated

Solution
The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

2 Illuminate most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
brandish
benefactor
elucidate
commemorate

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

3 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
insinuate
altruistic
facade
mandate

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
negate
impenitent
benevolent

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
patron
sociable
egotist
civility

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."