ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 785765 Results

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1 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
combative
neutralize
entangle
belated

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 entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

2 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
mediate
incumbent
excuse
prominence

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

3 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
accommodate
facade
promote

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

4 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
60% Answer Correctly
charade
pantomime
pretentious
comparable

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

5 Distortion most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
pretense
belated
periodic
contortion

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."