ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 847239 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
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1 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
living
composed
incidental
apathetic

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

2 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
incongruous
prevent
sociable
retroactive

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

3 The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury.
71% Answer Correctly
incisive
redouble
gruesome
conduit

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

4 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
redouble
excessive
untenable
frugal

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

5 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
disdain
comfort
buffer
apathetic

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."