In the following questions, a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose “No improvement” option.
Tom was standing besides the school-house poster, when the ball rolled towards him.

Options

A. standing beside the schoolhouse poster
B. stand besides the school house poster
C. stood beside the school-house poster
D. No Improvement

Answer

A

Explanation

Besides = in addition to,
Beside = by the side of
Hence, standing beside the school-house poster is the right usage.