ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 838451 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.28
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1 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
comparable
destitute
penurious
flaw

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

2 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
rail
facade
grandiose
collection

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

3 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
74% Answer Correctly
complicated
drab
apathetic
augment

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

4 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
prune
fastidious
avian
moderate

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

5 Pretentious most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
refurbish
pompous
intricate
accessible

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."