ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 986917 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.20
Score 0% 64%

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1 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
60% Answer Correctly
sensualism
apathetic
induce
flaw

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

2 Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.
70% Answer Correctly
appraise
civility
interminable
counterclaim

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

3 Discern most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
detect
meticulous
anthology
implausible

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

4 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
nurture
solace
altruistic
anthology

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 solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

5 Accommodate most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
corroborate
oblige
mediate
lenient

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."