Brainbox 5

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Brainbox 5: Chess Challenge

Test your chess knowledge with our engaging quiz, Brainbox 5! Designed for enthusiasts of all levels, this quiz will challenge your understanding of chess terminology, strategies, and fascinating concepts.

10 thought-provoking questions
Mix of text and multiple-choice formats
Ideal for players and fans alike!

10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by StrategicKnight205

The opening move "Nc3" is called what?

Durkin's Attack

King's Indian Attack

Dunst Opening

Paris Opening

What is the term used for a piece that cannot avoid capture, but which moves to inflict the greatest possible damages to the opponent? ( One word sometimes termed "kamikaze" )

When Double Checked, only the King can move. The space to which the King moves is called what?

Hide Square

Exit Square

Flight Square

Rescue Square

A "Mysterious Rook Move" is primarily used to do what?

There is no such move

Encourage the opponent to capture a piece

Discourage the opponent from capturing a piece

Warn the opponent that Checkmate is imminent

What is a "Bare King"?

A King used as bait to trap another piece

A King that is not near any of its own color

A King that is the only piece of its color on the board

A King left open to Check

If a player says "J'adoube", then they may do what?

Pass their turn

Take a break

Resign

Touch a piece without moving it

What term is used when a Pawn is promoted but does not become a Queen? ( One word 14 letters )

Give the term for this situation as it pertains to Black: White moves Rook to b3 to avoid capture by Black's Rook, leaving their Pawn on a2 open to a capture by Black's Rook. ( One word also called "x-ray" )

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