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Chess
Questions about the game of Chess. Electronic versions of chess may be asked about here, as a second category, but would be more appropriately placed in a Video Games category.
2,793 Questions
Can you checkmate someone in chess with your king?
It is possible to checkmate with a queen against two bishops, just as it is possible to checkmate with two bishops against a queen. However, in perfect endgame play, two bishops versus a queen, without any other pieces on the board is a draw, given that
1. The bishops cannot take the queen or vice versa
2. There are no tactics with which the queen can force a capture of the bishop in a few moves
3. There are no extenuating circumstances where either side has to give up a piece to avoid checkmate.
In other words, if the king is in or near the center defending both of the bishops and the opposing queen is not in the bishops' line of fire, the game is a theoretical draw.
What happened to Queen Vashti after the king deposed her as queen?
Please read the book below to find out
Vashti, Queen of the Ancient Medes: The Airyanem Civilization[Paperback]
How do you become a better sprinter?
Before training or competing, you must take the body from a resting state to a working state. Jog at least two laps, then stretch. No matter how much stretching you do, it is important that you hold your stretches. Don't bounce.
The placement of the blocks can be critical to a quick start. Some sprinters stagger the blocks too far apart or too close together thus losing power with an inefficient push-off. Every runner is different. Block placement may have more to do with the length of one's calf. Repeated experimentation with timing over 20 meters should determine the best stagger position.
In a game of chess how many different choices do you have in your first move?
20 choices.
Pawns can move to the 1st square or 2nd = 16
Horses can move to the left or right = 4
Rooks can't do anything.
Neither can rooks or bishops.
Nor the queen or king.
What is the value of an 1875 us 20 cent piece?
Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter below the eagle. It may be blank or there may be a CC or S.
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 05/2011:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $140
Moderately worn - $258
Slightly worn - $294
Almost no wear - $618
Uncirculated - $840 to $31,850 depending on quality
"CC" mint mark (Carson City):
Very worn - $264
Moderately worn - $510
Slightly worn - $670
Almost no wear - $1,256
Uncirculated - $1,770 to $87,750
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Very worn - $94
Moderately worn - $144
Slightly worn - $174
Almost no wear - $382
Uncirculated - $640 to $24,380
DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary significantly due to changes in the precious metals market. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
Are there any famous Serbian female chess players?
Yes. Alisa Maric (and her twin sister) are both Grand Masters and have had remarkable success. Check out her home page here: http://www.alisamaric.com/
In chess can a Queen move like the Knight?
No.
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How does a playoff in the World Chess Championships work?
4 rapid games, if still tied then 4 blitz games, if still tied then one Armageddon game.
A stalling move which attacks another piece or puts the king in check
Tempo in chess is similar to music tempo. a strong example of tempo is if you take your queen out too early, you can spend the next six moves trying to save her the whole time the opponent is advancing troops forward, claiming more land. In the end, though you've moved over and over and over you haven't moved forward, you haven't made progress. Just to catch up youd need that six moves now just to be even with your opponents pace and advancement.
Who does jacks knight queens knight and kings knight form?
Arcana Knight Joker
Sources: http://yugioh.wikia.com/wiki/Arcana_Knight_Joker
Do you use both sides of your brain when you play chess?
Yes, playing chess involves both hemispheres of the brain.
How many empty squares are there on the board at the start of a game of chess?
32 squares are covered at the beginning of a chess game, because there are 32 pieces and pawns on the board to start the game.
What is the E L O rating in chess?
The ELO chess rating system is named after Arpad Elo who created the chess rating system predicated upon a number of statistical characteristics . The ELO rating depth also states something over the depth of the game . This total depth of a game is defined by two end points of the range of skills : the total beginner and the theoretical best play by an infallible, almighty opponent .
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How do you switch your king with your rook on your game chess on your iPod touch?
Move your King 2 spaces first.
Can the king capture a rook while the rook is checking the king?
If a king is placed in check by a rook and the rook is unprotected, they yes, the king can capture it. Another way to view the situation is that if a rook is used to put a king in check and the king will not end up in check by capturing that rook, then the king may take the rook.
