ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 957262 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.37
Score 0% 67%

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1 Onset most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
derivative
start
opportune
induce

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

2 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
incidental
redouble
pallid
odious

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

3 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
genial
proximity
insolence
serene

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

4 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
solace
patron
insolence
onset

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

5 Distortion most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
eulogy
mundane
contortion

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."