ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 97864 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.14
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1 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
fidelity
curtail
systematic
benefactor

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

2 Buffer most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
cushion
straddle
unscrupulous
buffer

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

3 Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone.
59% Answer Correctly
inflammatory
egotist
slavish
discern

Solution
The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

4 Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion.
48% Answer Correctly
veneration
punctual
embellish
corroborate

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

5 Retroactive most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
preclude
retrograde
proximity
implausible

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."