You’ve learned the rules. Now try five decisions you’ll face at an American Mahjong table. Everything from reading a card line to choosing what to discard.
5 questions · About 5 minutes · Feedback after every answer
Gather Together Games · American Mahjong
Are You Mahjong Table Ready?
A quick check of five common decisions, with explanations to help you practice.
Look at the numbers, how many tiles are in each group, and which groups share a color.
Compare your starting rack with the three practice lines below. Count only the tiles that fit each line’s numbers and suit pattern.
It’s your first Charleston pass. You’ve picked a main hand and a backup. Look at your rack and decide what to send to the right.
You’ve drawn a tile. Keep the strongest fit for your main hand while protecting your backup.
You’re checking your current plan. Can each group still be completed with the tiles available?
The discards shown are from completed turns. Each numbered tile has four natural copies.
Still learning the basics? Visit our How to Play American Mahjong guide, then come back and try the quiz.” Link to your rules page.
The quiz uses original practice lines. For regular play, use your current National Mah Jongg League card.