ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 722507 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.46
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1 Mundane most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
pretense
liability
commonplace
pretentious

Solution
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

2 The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank.
88% Answer Correctly
opportune
embellish
strict
untenable

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

3 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
mandate
extol
heed
systematic

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

4 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
patron
dubious
hedonism

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 hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

5 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
sensualism
meticulous
incisive
penurious

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."