ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 314373 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.53
Score 0% 71%

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1 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
prominence
cunning
comparable
disposition

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 comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

2 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
serenity
rehash
cunning
mitigating

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

3 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
anthology
devastating
benefactor
pathos

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

4 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
refurbish
beneficial
repeated
augment

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

5 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
revoke
conduit
rhapsody
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 rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."