ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 969727 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.29
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1 The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized.
83% Answer Correctly
appalling
scamper
recrimination
chaos

Solution
The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

2 Deferment most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
implement
redouble
flourish
postponement

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

3 Obnoxious most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
embellish
objectionable
plaudits
rancorous

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

4 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
altruistic
periodic
deferment
aerate

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

5 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
onset
divide
proximity
inflammatory

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 inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."