ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 644887 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.25
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1 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
43% Answer Correctly
waffle
entangle
compulsion
implement

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

2 The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet.
57% Answer Correctly
raspy
composed
insolence
complement

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

3 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
appraise
lenient
accessible
incite

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil.
72% Answer Correctly
comprehensible
ecstatic
oxygenate
civility

Solution
The definition for aerate is "To supply with air." Used in a sentence: Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

5 Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party.
82% Answer Correctly
stern
benevolent
avian
rowdy

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."