ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 594679 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
cunning
fickle
arbitrate
condone

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 fickle is "lacking constancy, changeable.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
curtail
dulcet
exasperation
solace

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

3 Adversary most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
rehash
melee
opponent
moderate

Solution
The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

4 Revive most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
reanimate
facade
duplicity
polarize

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The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

5 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
incisive
glorify
heed
rhapsody

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."