From long suits the defender does not want to see returned generally lead a high card.

If West had led a red card he would have defeated the slam, but he selected a club.

In the second, the declarer must lead a small card from dummy and play the 10 if East plays low.

The trick winner then leads a card for the next trick.

For example, "Sheila just led a card when it wasn't her turn.

The player to the dealer's left begins play by leading a card.

The gamble would have succeeded if West had led a heart or a small card in either minor suit.

To lead a low card when holding the top card or cards in a suit.

Maker begins by leading a card to the first trick.

The player taking the trick then leads a card of any color to start the next trick.