ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 706812 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.48
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1 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
celebrated
trim
benevolent
periodic

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

2 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
facade
drub
colossal
gigantic

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

3 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
negate
drub
exception
neutralize

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
accommodate
pretentious
periodic
solace

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

5 Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart.
70% Answer Correctly
mask
derelict
scamper
anthology

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."