ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 986641 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.23
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1 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
rail
eulogy
petty
punctual

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

2 Opportune most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
composed
flaw
propitious
indecorous

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

3 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
untenable
derelict
repentant
prevent

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

4 The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders.
79% Answer Correctly
facade
beneficial
repulse
stern

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

5 Benevolent most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
altruistic
compulsion
pretense
corrective

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 corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."