ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 605755 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
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1 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
prevent
untenable
flaw
ramble

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

2 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
recrimination
accentuate
demeanor
jocularity

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

3 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
immoderate
gargantuan
genial
excuse

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

4 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
punctual
illuminate
manifest
peace

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

5 The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out.
57% Answer Correctly
immoderate
prominence
renown
incumbent

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."