ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 607284 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.22
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1 Inauspicious most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
ominous
implement
dubious
ethical

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 ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

2 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
rehash
drab
antiquated
preclude

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

3 Scapegoat most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
adversary
plaudits
insolence
dupe

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

4 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
mandate
complicated
facade
raspy

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

5 Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult.
57% Answer Correctly
indecorous
judicious
straddle
facade

Solution
The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."