ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 665100 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.96
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1 Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
62% Answer Correctly
anthology
placebo
adversary
channel

Solution
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

2 Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
81% Answer Correctly
precept
foster
methodical
implausible

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

3 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
opportune
regurgitate
nearness
oblivious

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

4 Methodical most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
conduit
pathos
systematic
ethical

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

5 Onset most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
start
stifle
buffer
insinuate

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."