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Bridge Quiz
One Wrong Move
Just rough with 7 in place of 10 and end up at a bigger loss
Bridge is a fabulous game. Inconsequential cards have consequential value at crucial moments. It also makes real sense as a fabulous analogy to life: in endeavors, contemplation and evaluation, with the hope that opportunities spring up with not-so-good cards as dealt, and opponents have no counters as bids lead in risk and aspirational game.
A miniature version of play in the vividness of real life. Four players, four suits, 53 cards and a set of rules in communication. Let's play with the deal as shown in the image.
North and South have 17 points
East and West have 23 points
North left to defend a game with a call of 4 spades by his partner! There was an opportunity to pass at 3 spades, but his partner ventured in deep, playing in a vulnerable position.
Overstepping.
First round: North- pass; East- pass; South- 1 spade
