ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 890343 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.65
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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
defiant
procrastinate
unscrupulous
divide

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

2 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
epistolary
turpitude
prevent
immoderate

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."

3 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
promote
deceit
disconcert
inviolable

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

4 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
mundane
execute
corroborate
raspy

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

5 Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
64% Answer Correctly
gargantuan
propitious
ethical
scapegoat

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."