Correct Answer:

c) 3♠

There is not much to choose between rebidding 3♠ and 3♣, the choice depending on whether you want to get both suits into the picture or emphasize your major. 2♠ does not reflect the quality of your suit.

Hand 2

Correct Answer:

a) 3♦

With partner almost certainly having wasted values in Hearts there is no need to be too aggressive. Jumping to 4♦ takes away valuable bidding space while 6♦ is too optimistic.

Hand 3

Correct Answer:

a) 4♥

The modern style is to respond to an opening bid as often as possible. When partner reverses into Hearts, a jump to game suggests good trump support in an otherwise modest hand. Raising to 3♥ suggests more high-card strength while passing is much too conservative.

Hand 4

Correct Answer:

b) 3♣

It makes sense to introduce your second suit, hoping that it will help partner to judge what to do if the opponents compete in Hearts. 2♠ conveys the length of your Spade suit, while 4♠ is a needless risk.

Correct Answer:

c) 4♠

Once partner shows Spade support, you should apply Meckstroth’s Law and jump to game. 3♣ is reasonable but partner may expect more in the way of high cards. 3♠ runs the risk that partner might pass.

Hand 6

Correct Answer:

a) Pass

Partner's Double is likely to be based on high-cards. West might be tempted to bid 4♠ because of the sixth Spade, but there is no guarantee of a fit. It has the advantage of allowing West to reconsider if 4♠ is doubled.