ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 771817 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.74
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1 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
pathos
dubious
nearness
solace

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

2 The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes.
66% Answer Correctly
blame
precept
anthology
fragile

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
74% Answer Correctly
extant
buffoonery
untenable
careless

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

4 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
glorify
hedonism
appalling
adversary

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
handicap
induce
ethical
incisive

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 ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."