ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 690424 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.25
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1 Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake.
68% Answer Correctly
abate
celebrated
sameness
egotist

Solution
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

2 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
implausible
irritation
servile
implement

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

3 Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work.
55% Answer Correctly
fidelity
lenient
kudos
corrosive

Solution
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

4 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
melodious
censure
extenuating

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

5 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
exasperation
equitable
fickle
patron

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."