ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 739350 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.70
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1 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
rail
advantageous
precept
courtesy

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

2 Pretentious most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
pompous
augment
melodious
pomp

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

3 Advantageous most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
retroactive
implement
avian
favorable

Solution
The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

4 Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable.
84% Answer Correctly
pretense
gargantuan
untouchable
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

5 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
entangle
elate
disposition
drab

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."