ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 469606 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.35
Score 0% 67%

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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
melodious
arbitrate
corroborate
turpitude

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 melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

2 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
accommodate
censure
incite
diffident

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

3 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
meticulous
cover
incumbent
fraud

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

4 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
mitigating
combative
demean
colossal

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 colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

5 "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
84% Answer Correctly
inauspicious
review
solace
benefactor

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."