ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 851463 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.15
Score 0% 63%

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1 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
flagrant
facade
prominence
patron

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

2 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
cover
placebo
periodic
pomp

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

3 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
eulogy
augment
deceit
compulsion

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

4 The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class.
54% Answer Correctly
anomaly
liability
prudent
diffident

Solution
The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

5 The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
71% Answer Correctly
beneficial
flaunt
surplus
lucidity

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."