ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 361275 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.78
Score 0% 76%

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1 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
88% Answer Correctly
approachable
manifest
pathos
drub

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

2 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
ramble
obnoxious
prevent
proximity

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

3 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
fragile
arbitrate
celebrated
elate

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 fragile is "delicate.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

4 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
finite
manifest
sensualism
melee

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

5 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
88% Answer Correctly
straddle
admired
advantageous
extol

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."