ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 852324 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.27
Score 0% 65%

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1 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
56% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
pallid
illuminate
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

2 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
liability
collection
methodical
recrimination

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 methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

3 Scamper most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
punctual
polarize
heed
dash

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

4 Awe most nearly means:
48% Answer Correctly
veneration
beneficial
ethical
epitaph

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

5 Inauspicious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
exception
ominous
insolence
inviolable

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."