ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 983180 Results

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Correct 0 3.70
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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
prudent
precept
incisive
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 prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

2 Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match.
84% Answer Correctly
benefactor
opponent
pathos
corrective

Solution
The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

3 Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
81% Answer Correctly
revive
inflammatory
foster
prudent

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

4 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
exasperation
condone
demeanor
disposition

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher.
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
aesthete
benefactor
beneficial

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."