ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 667245 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
elate
impenitent
divide
gargantuan

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

2 Eloquent most nearly means:
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articulate
awe
mandate
civility

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The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

3 Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture.
38% Answer Correctly
discern
banal
negate
promote

Solution
The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

4 Obnoxious most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
objectionable
flourish
onset
derivative

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The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

5 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
rule
indecorous
mandate
rancorous

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."