ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 741977 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.95
Score 0% 79%

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1 Mandate most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
prune
pomp
command

Solution
The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

2 The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations.
80% Answer Correctly
advance
parity
scamper
intricate

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

3 there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health.
84% Answer Correctly
moderate
entangle
advantageous
belated

Solution
The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

4 "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone.
63% Answer Correctly
facade
inscription
inviolable
opportune

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

5 Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
79% Answer Correctly
extenuating
duplicity
manifest
hopeless

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."