Here's the position. It looks like Black's gone mad! He's just giving up a Knight for a Pawn, isn't he? But there's method in his madness. Read on to find out what happens next. |
In fact Black can get his piece back here by using a FORK. Can you see the move? |
OK, remembering what you've learned so far in this lesson, can you suggest a move for White here?
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There are other good moves, of course, but we recommend Nf3xe5 for White here. And if Nc6xe5, you will of course play d2-d4 (PAWN FORK!). |
Right then, here's a position you've seen before. Is Nf3xe5 a good move for White in this position?
Yes
No
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If Nf3xe5 OK for White in this position?
Yes
No
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Yes, in this position it's fine. Play might continue Nf3xe5 Nc6xe5 d2-d4 ... and (in the diagrammed position) White gets his piece back safely. |
And in this position, is it a good idea for Black to play Nf6xe4?
Yes
No
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Yes, again it's OK for Black. Here's the position after ...Nf6xe4 Nc3xe4 d6-d5 And Black's getting the piece back again. |
What about this position? Would you advise Black to play Nf6xe4 here?
Yes
No
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This time it's NOT a good idea! Here's the position after Black plays the PAWN FORK. Do you see how White can escape? Yes, he can play Bc4-b5+ and then move the Knight. |
Next question: What about Nf3xe5 for White here?
It's OK
It's not OK
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In this position, White played d4xe5. Was that a good idea?
Why not, it's a free piece.
Certainly not!! |
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You always have to be VERY CAREFUL when you're playing chess!! |
But it's Black's move. Any idea what he should play? |
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