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Quiz about Chess For Dummies
Quiz about Chess For Dummies

Chess For Dummies Trivia Quiz


In chess the king can move one space in any direction. This simple quiz (if you know how to play) is on the movements of the five other pieces.

A multiple-choice quiz by bryceh. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
bryceh
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
68,153
Updated
Jan 03 24
# Qns
5
Difficulty
Very Easy
Avg Score
5 / 5
Plays
7243
Last 3 plays: GoodVibe (4/5), Guest 91 (4/5), Guest 88 (3/5).
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Question 1 of 5
1. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess pawn? Hint


Question 2 of 5
2. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess knight? Hint


Question 3 of 5
3. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess rook? Hint


Question 4 of 5
4. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess bishop? Hint


Question 5 of 5
5. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess queen? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess pawn?

Answer: It can be moved only one square forward (or two squares on its first move), but it captures with a diagonal move.

The weakest piece; but with great potential. If gotten to the opponent's last row, it may change into a queen, rook, knight, or bishop.
2. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess knight?

Answer: It is moved an L-shape going two squares in one row and one square in a perpendicular row.

This piece is usually shaped like a horse's head. This is also the only piece that can jump over other pieces.
3. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess rook?

Answer: It can move either in a vertical or horizontal direction over any number of open consecutive squares.

This piece is usually shaped like a small castle.
4. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess bishop?

Answer: It can move in a diagonal direction over any number of squares.

This piece has an elongated shape, with a pointed head, and with a small diagonal slice up top.
5. Which are the movement capabilities of the chess queen?

Answer: It can move any number of squares in a forward, backward, sideways or diagonal direction.

The most powerful piece, usually has a crown on top and is only slightly shorter than the king.
Source: Author bryceh

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