ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 254075 Results

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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
supple
dubious
conduit
arbitrate

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 conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
diffident
pantomime
benevolent
deceit

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

3 Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party.
82% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
rowdy
beneficial
derelict

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The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

4 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
civility
composed
pallid
irritation

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

5 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
incisive
stealth
disposition
pretentious

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."