ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 537139 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
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1 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
clarity
facade
trim
salvage

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

2 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
foil
advantageous
impudent
exalt

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

3 "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
84% Answer Correctly
implement
review
exception
brandish

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

4 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
rehash
handicap
solace
authoritarian

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
73% Answer Correctly
salvage
compassion
obnoxious
egotist

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."