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How are points scored in Minnesota whist?
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In Minnesota whist, the scoring system is straightforward and based on the number of tricks a partnership captures. The winning side scores one point for each trick taken in excess of six if the hand is played "high" (grand), or one point for each trick taken short of seven if the hand is played "low" (nullo). The game is played to a total of 13 points.1