ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 938661 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
Score 0% 72%

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1 After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder.
85% Answer Correctly
indecorous
gigantic
exception
ecstatic

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

2 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
civility
defect
penurious
awe

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

3 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
exasperation
straddle
deceit
rail

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 straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

4 Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
63% Answer Correctly
untenable
propitious
diffident
ramble

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 untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

5 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
appraise
facade
obdurate
induce

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 facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."