ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 902820 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.03
Score 0% 61%

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1 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
repel
grandiose
obdurate
trove

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

2 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
raspy
illuminate
petty
melodious

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

3 Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
59% Answer Correctly
commemorate
observe
accessible
drab

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

4 The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank.
88% Answer Correctly
composed
derivative
strict
placebo

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

5 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
mundane
pretentious
pathos
precept

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."