Put my hand up

English as a Second Language English Teacher Explanations (ESL Tests)
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Test No. [color=blue]incompl/inter-63 “How to agree”, question 10

When it comes to the vote I’m willing to put my … up and support you.

(a) head
(b) chin
(c) arm
(d) hand

Test No. [color=blue]incompl/inter-63 “How to agree”, answer 10

When it comes to the vote I’m willing to put my hand up and support you.

Correct answer: (d) hand

Your answer was: [color=red]incorrect
When it comes to the vote I’m willing to put my chin up and support you.
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in other words pls?

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This means simply support.

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What does ‘put my hand up’ mean and why it can’t be ‘put my arms up’?

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Hi Luby,

‘Put your hand up’ suggests that you are prepared to admit to everyone that you are supporting someone or something. It is a set expression. ‘Put your arms up’ isn’t a set expression.

Alan