ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 831752 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.94
Score 0% 59%

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1 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
43% Answer Correctly
appalling
procrastinate
deferment
waffle

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

2 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
dulcet
stern
interminable
advantageous

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

3 Methodical most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
implausible
futile
systematic
eulogy

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

4 Epitaph most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
heed
scapegoat
inscription
deferment

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

5 Composed most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
methodical
serene
elate
appalling

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."