Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the most appropriate preposition.

Joan is standing _____ the car.

  1. on

  2. <font face="Arial">beside</font>

  3. away

  4. <font face="Arial">besides</font>
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B Correct answer
Explanation

'Beside' means at the side of or next to, which correctly describes Joan's position relative to the car. 'Besides' is incorrect - it means 'in addition to' or 'also', not physically next to something.

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