GOREN BRIDGE

Q 1 — Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold:

♠ 105 ♥ AK75 ♦ K6 ♣ K Q J 10 5 Right-hand opponent opens 1D. What call would you make?

A — We don't mind double over a 1S opening, but not over 1D. Partner, thinking we have spade support, might get us into trouble. Bid 2C. Q 2 — North-south vulnerable, as South, you hold: ♠ 764 ♥ KQ64 ♦ AQ8 ♣ 652 What call would you make?

A — Half the strength is in hearts, which might not be best for partner. Even so, you still must take responsibility for your values. Bid 3H, a limit raise in spades or better.

Q 3 — East-west vulnerable, as South, you hold:

♠ A864 ♥ AK3 ♦ AJ7 ♣ A 10 4

Partner opens 1C and right-hand opponent passes. What call would you make?

A — Plenty of values for a strong jump shift, but why? You're going to drive to slam anyway, so why not give partner an easy rebid to help you decide which slam? Bid 1S. Q 4 — Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: What call would you make?

A — Bid 1NT. Don't worry about your heart holding after partner's takeout double.