ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 985207 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.10
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1 Pretentious most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
censure
heinous
pompous
inviolable

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

2 Pomp most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
pageantry
accessible
repentant
salvage

Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

3 Incongruous most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
implement
derivative
rail
inappropriate

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

4 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
56% Answer Correctly
ploy
unscrupulous
meticulous
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 meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

5 His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force.
69% Answer Correctly
futile
cognition
elusive
prudent

Solution
The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."