ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 913142 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.30
Score 0% 66%

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1 Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
74% Answer Correctly
careless
garish
exception
straddle

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

2 Augment most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
enhance
appraise
exalt
facade

Solution
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
trove
abate
pretentious
flaunt

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 trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

4 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
composed
mediate
dulcet
revive

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 mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

5 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
65% Answer Correctly
advantageous
epitaph
discern
arbitrate

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."