ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 517556 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.65
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1 Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks.
68% Answer Correctly
avian
entangle
disconcert
assess

Solution
The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

2 In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic.
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cunning
redouble
plaudits
antiquated

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

3 Civility most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
courtesy
entangle
benefactor
stealth

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

4 Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying.
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servile
curtail
diffident
imply

Solution
The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

5 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
bitter
regurgitate
impenitent

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."