ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 864263 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.56
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1 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
rancorous
dulcet
discern
revoke

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

2 The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly.
77% Answer Correctly
dash
foil
revive
opportune

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

3 Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.
74% Answer Correctly
comparable
derivative
excessive
penurious

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 penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

4 Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check.
79% Answer Correctly
shorten
archaic
fickle
flourish

Solution
The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

5 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
pretentious
delight
beneficial
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."