Hand evaluation is one of the most important aspects of bidding. Some players get lost in point count, but as you gain experience, you should recognize that not all 12-counts are created equal. We like to have shape, aces and kings (not queens and jacks), and values in our suits. Don't forget that 10s and 9s can be important cards.
In this quiz, you'll be tested about how well you identify the worth of various hands. Static hand evaluation just means that we are looking at the value at the beginning of the deal. Your hand evaluation should change as the bidding goes on. We'll address that in a future quiz. If you want more instruction about hand evaluation, you can purchase Michael's series on hand evaluation here.
While most people are familiar with Goren points (A=4, K=3, etc..), that is not the only system for evaluating hands. In this quiz we use a tool called to Kaplan-Rubens hand evaluator which is a more accurate method to judge a hand's worth.
None vul, you are South.
K32 
98 
AKJ87 
1098
Should you open the bidding 1?
Yes
No
I would open 2
EW vul. You are South.
A2 K98 A82 KQJ109
What is your plan as opener?
1 followed by 1NT
1 followed by 2NT
1NT opener
2NT opener
Other
Both vul. You are South.
AKJ1098 A8 -- AKQJ2
What should your thought process be:
I'm opening strong, then no idea.
I'm getting to at least a game.
I'm getting to at least a slam.
I'm bidding 7 and you can't stop me.
I'm confused.
EW vul. You are South. First seat.
AQ10987 32 A87 54
What should you do?
Pass: inbetween opening and preempting
1
2
Other
Both vul. You are South.
AQ Q102 Q76532 AQ
What should your plan be?
Open 1, rebid 1NT
Open 1, rebid 2
Open 1, rebid 3
Open 1NT
Other
None vul. You are South.
KJ109 AJ109 AJ10 109
What should you open?
1
1
1NT
Other
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