ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: The word TENACIOUS most nearly means:
- weak
- persistent (Correct answer)
- careless
- timid
Correct answer: persistent
Tenacious means tending to keep a firm hold; persistent.
Question 2: The word FRUGAL most nearly means:
- wasteful
- thrifty (Correct answer)
- generous
- colorful
Correct answer: thrifty
Frugal means sparing or economical with money or food.
Question 3: The word APPREHENSIVE most nearly means:
- confident
- anxious (Correct answer)
- grateful
- decisive
Correct answer: anxious
Apprehensive means anxious or fearful about a future event.
Question 4: The word DILIGENT most nearly means:
- lazy
- hardworking (Correct answer)
- hasty
- confused
Correct answer: hardworking
Diligent means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work.
Question 5: The word VERBOSE most nearly means:
- silent
- wordy (Correct answer)
- brief
- honest
Correct answer: wordy
Verbose means using more words than are needed; long-winded.
Question 6: The word CONCEDE most nearly means:
- deny
- admit (Correct answer)
- ignore
- demand
Correct answer: admit
To concede means to admit something is true or to yield.
Question 7: The word TURBULENT most nearly means:
- calm
- chaotic (Correct answer)
- quiet
- steady
Correct answer: chaotic
Turbulent means characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion.
ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 3
The word TENACIOUS most nearly means: