ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 583526 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.30
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1 Inauspicious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
pomp
scapegoat
ominous
sociable

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

2 The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.
54% Answer Correctly
abate
pliant
untenable
pathos

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 untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

3 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
combative
renovate
immoderate
beneficial

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

4 Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline.
53% Answer Correctly
illuminate
diffident
duplicity
upbraid

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

5 Perception most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
parity
cognition
dubious
benevolent

Solution
The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."