ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 916228 Results

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1 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
derivative
ethical
verify
prudent

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

2 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
pomp
altruistic
moderate
flaw

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

3 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
appalling
moderate
harsh

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

4 Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired.
85% Answer Correctly
grandiose
reanimate
flourish
celebrated

Solution
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

5 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
prevent
indecorous
stifle
extenuating

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 extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."