ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 705149 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.19
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1 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
incidental
clarity
extenuating
prompt

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

2 Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline.
53% Answer Correctly
solace
incumbent
rhapsody
upbraid

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

3 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
precept
handicap
condone
raucous

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

4 Plaudits most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
oblivious
kudos
finite
flaunt

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 flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

5 Incumbent most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
oblilgatory
immoderate
mundane
punctual

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."