ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 673202 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
dulcet
foil
nurture
drub

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

2 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
cover
extenuating
nurture
buffer

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

3 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
disconcert
nearness
opportune
curtail

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 disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

4 Fickle most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
insinuate
erratic
rehash
condone

Solution
The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."

5 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
execute
censure
appalling
conduit

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."