ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 417951 Results

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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
finite
arbitrate
derelict
sociable

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 finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

2 Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States.
64% Answer Correctly
flaw
adversary
baseless
turmoil

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

3 Scapegoat most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
dupe
ecstatic
demean
corrosive

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The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

4 Turmoil most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
chaos
fidelity
meticulous
benevolent

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The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

5 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
87% Answer Correctly
recrimination
exasperation
refurbish
admired

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 recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."