ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 794889 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.15
Score 0% 63%

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1 Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.
74% Answer Correctly
preclude
excessive
pretentious
compulsion

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

2 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
redouble
flaw
rule
rail

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

3 Benevolent most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
indecorous
altruistic
colossal
revive

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."

4 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
advantageous
extant
destitute
futile

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

5 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
ploy
plaudits
genial
buffer

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 ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."