Question

There are neat pavements on ————— side of the road. Fill in the blank with the correct alternative.

• A. neither
• B. either
• C. more
• D. most

Answer 1

Answer:

B. either

• Either means one or the other of two sides. In this sentence, it refers to both sides of the road, considered individually.

• The phrase “on either side of the road” means that there are pavements on both sides of the road.

• Either is commonly used with two alternatives.

Why the other options are incorrect:

• Neither — Means not one nor the other; it would indicate that there are no pavements on either side.

• More — Used to indicate a greater amount or number; it does not fit this expression.

• Most — Refers to the greatest amount or number; it does not fit the sentence.