ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 428221 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.33
Score 0% 67%

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

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

2 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
73% Answer Correctly
demeanor
sociable
seriousness
genial

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

3 As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
74% Answer Correctly
prominence
intensify
elusive
brandish

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

4 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
evident
scamper
incidental
solace

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

5 The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant.
55% Answer Correctly
stifle
objectionable
stern
onset

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."