ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 885349 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.95
Score 0% 79%

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1 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
distortion
insolence
excessive

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 distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

2 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
appalling
incisive
absolve
suppress

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

3 Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots.
81% Answer Correctly
exception
distortion
unscrupulous
urge

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

4 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
73% Answer Correctly
seriousness
meticulous
revive
gravity

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

5 The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
92% Answer Correctly
defiant
devastating
flagrant
appalling

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."