ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 145484 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.29
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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
arbitrate
stifle
solace
incidental

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

2 Parity most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
sameness
recrimination
immoderate
scamper

Solution
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

3 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
advantageous
punctual
buffoonery
brandish

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

4 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
prominence
embellish
supple

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

5 Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling.
70% Answer Correctly
dreadful
hedonism
euphoria
epistolary

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."