ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 868905 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.73
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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
benevolent
penurious
adorn
flagrant

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

2 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
courtesy
impenitent
diffident
elate

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

3 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
polarize
indecorous
periodic
nearness

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

4 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
incongruous
brandish
appalling
merciful

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

5 Pantomime most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
insolence
punctual
charade
mundane

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 punctual is "on time.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."