I was handed my cards yesterday...

[Guest]

Test No. incompl/advan-47 "You have to go", question 4

I was handed my ......... yesterday and so today I'm looking for a new job.

(a) tickets
(b) cards
(c) books
(d) papers

Test No. incompl/advan-47 "You have to go", answer 4

I was handed my cards yesterday and so today I'm looking for a new job.

Correct answer: (b) cards

Your answer was: incorrect
I was handed my papers yesterday and so today I'm looking for a new job.
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Why "cards" in dismissal matters?

[Alan]

This is the conventional expression referring to a person's employment details traditionally written on cards.
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[Ceo Neeraj]

Hi,

Papers also looks as a probable option. Isn't it?
HELP!

[Alan]

Hi,

It's a set expression 'handed your cards' meaning dismissed.

Alan
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