ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 543943 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.52
Score 0% 70%

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1 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
trim
avian
entangle
benefactor

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 entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

2 Archetypal most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
recrimination
facade
intricate
classic

Solution
The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

3 Incumbent most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
entangle
antidote
oblilgatory
extol

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

4 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
servile
procrastinate
limited
catastrophic

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

5 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
futile
rehash
caustic
cunning

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."