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Pick out an expression used in the passage which means 'simply or just':

Questions 41 - 50: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. The world's smallest dog, the Chihuahua is barely 1 kg to 2 kg as an adult! The Chihuahua is named after a Mexican State, but its roots can be traced back to China. Today this breed is popular choice among the dog lovers world over and their popularity seems to be ever increasing. The main advantage of this breed is that they need no particular exercise. They are quite satisfied with their walks within their house. Being small, however, does not mean that they are dull, on the contrary they are sharp, alert animals, very strong in character. They are good guard dogs due to their inherent curiosity that makes them want to know what goes on within the house. The dogs are slightly longer than the tail and the tail is carried like a sickle that just touches the back. The body on the whole is compact and has a graceful appearance. Occasionally a tail-less dog is born but tail cropping is not an accepted practice. Compared to other pups, they require little care, and only the long-haired variety needs grooming. They tend to exercise themselves within the confines of the house. This makes them prone to have overgrown nails that need regular clipping. They are very active within the house and literally are burglar alarms. They are good with children and are loyal and devoted to the family. On the whole, the Chihuahua is quite a pet! Most people are surprised seeing these animals and the general awareness of this breed is still low. However, just one hurdle remains. Because this is a pocket dog, it may pinch a few pockets.

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Answer:

B. literally

Read Explanation:

The expression used in the passage which means 'simply or just' is "literally". It appears in the sentence: "They are very active within the house and literally are burglar alarms." Here, "literally" emphasizes that Chihuahuas are so alert and active within the house that they can be considered as actual "burglar alarms."


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