ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 559451 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.48
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1 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
60% Answer Correctly
pompous
extenuating
gargantuan
augment

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

2 The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors.
77% Answer Correctly
melodious
deceit
fragile
benefactor

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

3 Implausible most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
awe
stern
methodical

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

4 The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.
54% Answer Correctly
insolence
extenuating
unscrupulous
pliant

Solution
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

5 Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party.
82% Answer Correctly
lenient
rowdy
regale
discern

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."