Module 3 Knowledge Check
You have covered the Three Counts—shape, tricks, and points—that form the arithmetic of good defence. You learned when to take charge of the defence to protect your partner, the default rules of Second Hand Low and Third Hand High, the logic behind covering an honour to promote a trick for your side, and how to unblock your high cards to avoid jamming your own suit.
💡 If a question catches you out:
Go back to that lesson before continuing. Counting from trick one removes the guesswork from second and third-hand play—solidify these habits before moving to defensive outplays.
When you are ready, go to the end of the course Conclusion and Course Knowledge Check and select Module 3