Black has nothing better than to take the Bishop, giving this position. Do you see what White can play now? |
See if you can work out the next example for yourself. This time it's Black's move. |
And here's the position after the Queen CHECK. This time it's a QUEEN FORK! After White gets out of check Black plays Qb6xb5, with an extra pawn. And White can no longer castle! |
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Here's another example. Again, you have the White pieces. What's your next move?
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Black's best reply was Ke8-f8, but let's suppose he takes the Bishop? Now what? |
Firstly, what would you play against Kf7-f8?
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Yes, Ng5-e6 is a KNIGHT FORK, winning the Queen. And if Black goes Kf7-e8 you would play... |
But if Black moves Kf7-f6 you'll need to do something different. Can you find it? |
There are lots of ways to win, but the move we wanted was Qd1-f3, which is CHECKMATE! If you don't believe me, have a look at the position for yourself and check it out. |
It's White's move. What do you think about Bc4xf7+? |
It might LOOK like a good move, but in fact it's a mistake. Black takes the Bishop and White must play Nf3-g5+.
How should Black get out of check?
Kf7-f8
Kf7-e8
Kf7-e7 Qd8xg5 |
White's given up his Queen because he's seen he can get something even bigger in return. How should he start off? |
That's correct! The bishop check leaves Black with only one move: Ke8-e7. Now you can finish off the Black King with... |
First of all, what would you do if he played d6xe5? |
Don't forget, in every position look for CHECKS, CAPTURES and THREATS. |
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