ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 608669 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
Score 0% 70%

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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
refurbish
arbitrate
redouble
aerate

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 redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

2 Discern most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
awe
exasperation
rehash
detect

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

3 Anthology most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
cunning
drab
collection
induce

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

4 Brandish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
anthology
exasperation
flourish
regurgitate

Solution
The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
euphoria
prudent
nurture
systematic

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."