ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 526683 Results

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1 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
exception
lenient
derelict
divide

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

2 Accommodate most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
oblige
prudent
beneficial
ploy

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

3 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
cover
turmoil
sociable
flourish

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 sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

4 Ploy most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
repel
strategem
combustion
civility

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

5 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
nearness
euphoria
demean
servile

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."