ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 554389 Results

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1 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
74% Answer Correctly
archetypal
insolence
compassion
scapegoat

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The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

2 Oblivious most nearly means:
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gravity
mandate
careless
adversary

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The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

3 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
exasperation
abate
ethical

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The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

4 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
opportune
impenitent
clarity

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The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

5 The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
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impartial
embellish
accommodate
aerate

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The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."