Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the best option from the choices given.

He was sitting (next) to her.

  1. if the underlined word is used as adjective.

  2. if the underlined word is used as a noun

  3. if the underlined word is used as adverb

  4. if the underlined word is used as a preposition
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In the phrase 'next to her', the word 'next' is functioning as a preposition indicating spatial relationship (beside/near). 'Next to' is a compound preposition showing position relative to 'her'. Option A (adjective) is incorrect because 'next' is not modifying a noun here - it's part of a prepositional phrase. Option B (noun) is incorrect as 'next' isn't functioning as a naming word. Option C (adverb) might seem plausible but 'next to her' doesn't modify a verb - instead the entire phrase establishes spatial relationship between 'he' and 'her'. The prepositional use is correct.

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