WBCS.LIVE practice question

Directions: Fill in the blanks with a appropriate word or preposition. Sachin was standing _________ me.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. aside
  2. next
  3. beside
  4. besides

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: beside

Explanation: Context: The word ‘beside’ means ‘next to’ or ‘by the side of’. It is used when talking about physical position. 1. aside ❌ – means away from. 2. next ❌ – incomplete without ‘to’. 3. beside ✅ – correct; means next to. 4. besides ❌ – means ‘in addition to’. Correct Sentence/Example Sentence: Sachin was standing beside me during the ceremony.