WBCS.LIVE practice question

Fill in the blank: Why do you stare _________ her?

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

Answer options

  1. to
  2. against
  3. after
  4. at

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: at

Explanation: Context: The correct preposition used with the verb ‘stare’ is ‘at’. We always say ‘stare at someone or something’ when we look at them fixedly or with curiosity. 1. to ❌ – used for direction or purpose, not suitable here. 2. against ❌ – used to express opposition. 3. after ❌ – used for following something or someone. 4. at ✅ – correct; shows the object of the action of staring. Correct Sentence/Example Sentence: Why do you stare at her during every meeting?