ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 640504 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.80
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1 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
disconcert
grandiose
gigantic
foil

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

2 Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football.
68% Answer Correctly
defiant
advantageous
suspect
untenable

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

3 The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest.
68% Answer Correctly
immoderate
oblige
repentant
advantageous

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

4 Combustion most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
celebrated
archetypal
mandate
igniting

Solution
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly.
77% Answer Correctly
disconcert
dash
melee
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."