ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 522675 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.64
Score 0% 73%

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1 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
awe
entangle
derivative
obdurate

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

2 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
cushion
defiant
impenitent
benevolent

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

3 Methodical most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
stealth
mandate
systematic
recrimination

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

4 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
archetypal
nurture
cunning
harsh

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

5 Accessible most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
straddle
fragile
approachable
accommodate

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."