Bridge bids after 1 1 2 3 NT pass five hands
Hand 1 AJ8S YEQS 9953 4876. Three hearts bid. Minimum with some extra heart strength. game not guaranteed but possible due to heart fit and distribution. Hand 2 OEQE 095 GOES SAIN 2 ARDSS2 PQSTA O10 S73. Two potrump. Invite game. not enough for 2NT, may push toward game if partner shows strength. Hand 3 Four hearts. Nine points but strong suit length favors suit game over notrump. Hand 4 Pass. Opponent minimum opener and weak chance of game. pass recommended. Hand 5 Four hearts. Excellent heart support. jump to four hearts preferred over notrump. strong suit for long suit play. Washington area insect count note and sample data follow.