ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 916597 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
60% Answer Correctly
naive
supple
methodical
sensualism

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."

2 Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day.
84% Answer Correctly
moderate
strict
supple
extenuating

Solution
The definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority." Used in a sentence: Marco's authoritarian mother never allowed him to watch more than one hour of television a day. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

3 The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
71% Answer Correctly
belated
combative
periodic
lucidity

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

4 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
implausible
divide
extol
rancorous

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 implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

5 The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
76% Answer Correctly
sociability
exasperation
interminable
proximity

Solution
The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."