ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 733254 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.98
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1 Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States.
64% Answer Correctly
compulsion
baseless
gargantuan
solace

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

2 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
55% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
unscrupulous
genial
accentuate

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

3 The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl.
62% Answer Correctly
bitter
stern
trove
implement

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

4 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
nurture
jocularity
exasperation
refurbish

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

5 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
mitigating
pathos
fidelity
melee

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."