ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 802914 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.36
Score 0% 67%

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1 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
melodious
incidental
incite
genial

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

2 Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude.
68% Answer Correctly
drab
induce
impassive
heinous

Solution
The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

3 Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
70% Answer Correctly
inappropriate
melee
accentuate
stealth

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

4 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
destitute
incisive
grandiose
appraise

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

5 Liability most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
pretense
accommodate
opportune
handicap

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 pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."