Black Jack Flashcards
What is the objective of blackjack?
To have a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without exceeding 21.
True or False: A blackjack hand consists of an Ace and a face card or 10.
True
What does it mean to ‘bust’ in blackjack?
To exceed a hand value of 21.
Fill in the blank: The maximum hand value in blackjack is _____.
21
What is the best starting hand in blackjack?
An Ace and a 10-value card (blackjack).
What should you do if you have a hand value of 12 and the dealer shows a 4?
Stand.
Multiple Choice: What does ‘doubling down’ mean?
To double your original bet after receiving the first two cards.
True or False: You can hit after doubling down.
False
What strategy should you use when you have a hand value of 16 and the dealer shows a 10?
Hit.
What is the dealer’s requirement for hitting?
The dealer must hit until reaching at least 17.
Fill in the blank: A hand value of 11 is a good time to _____ down.
Double
What should you do if you have a pair of Aces?
Split them.
Multiple Choice: When is it advisable to stand?
When your hand value is 17 or higher.
What does it mean to ‘split’ in blackjack?
To divide a pair into two separate hands.
True or False: You can only split once in a game of blackjack.
False
If the dealer shows an Ace, what should you consider doing?
Taking insurance.
What is insurance in blackjack?
A side bet that the dealer has a blackjack.
Fill in the blank: The basic strategy chart is used to determine the best _____ for each hand.
Action
What is the typical payout for a winning blackjack bet?
1:1, except for blackjack which pays 3:2.
Multiple Choice: Which card value is considered a bust card?
Any card that would cause your hand to exceed 21.
What is the recommended action for a hand value of 13 against a dealer’s 2?
Stand.
True or False: Always hitting on a soft 17 is recommended.
True
What is a ‘soft hand’ in blackjack?
A hand that contains an Ace valued as 11.
