ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 964344 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.28
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1 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
divide
nurture
fragile
induce

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 nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

2 Redouble most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
frugal
authoritarian
intensify
implement

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

3 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
hedonism
drab
derivative
petty

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

4 The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends."
78% Answer Correctly
benevolent
obnoxious
bird–like
flaw

Solution
The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 Sociable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
appalling
flourish
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."