ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 84008 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
gravity
regurgitate
clarity
divide

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

2 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
flourish
straddle
incidental
medium

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

3 Rail most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
induce
awe
upbraid
inviolable

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

4 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
insolence
sensualism
placebo
heinous

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil."

5 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
60% Answer Correctly
demeanor
charade
grandiose
melee

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."