ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 961442 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
67% Answer Correctly
elusive
stifle
negate
divide

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 elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

2 Accessible most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
prudent
meticulous
approachable
servile

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

3 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
negate
living
pathos
clarity

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

4 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
66% Answer Correctly
elucidate
serenity
fragile
accommodate

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

5 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
gargantuan
rehash
pretentious
repel

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 gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."