In this lesson you're going to learn about one of the deadilest weapons you can use in your quest
to kill the enemy King. It's called the BACK RANK MATE. |
... if you're not very careful, this is what might happen. How can White score the winning goal in this position? |
Really smart kids like you can learn to use this idea to play some really clever moves. Are you bright enough to tell me how White can force a quick CHECKMATE in this position? |
Can you find a really violent move that wins a piece? |
Just take a look at this position. White is winning easily. What would you advise him to do next?
Rb7xg7
Rc1-c7
Offer a draw Resign |
White moved his Rook on c1 (the goalie!) up the board. And Black's Rook came down the board to deliver CHECKMATE in two moves. Oh Dear!! |
Try this position. Which Pawn should White move to stop the BACK RANK MATE?
The f-pawn
The g-pawn
The h-pawn The frogspawn |
What would you call someone who played h2-h3 in this position?
A really smart player A really dumb player |
Try to get used to these positions where a Bishop stops the King escaping. In this position White can get CHECKMATE at once because his Bishop CONTROLS h7. |
Suppose White captured the Black Queen, giving this position. What should Black play now? |
That was easy, wasn't it? CHECKMATE! But the next questions will be harder. |
Now suppose White moves his Queen to e1 to defend his Rook. What would Black do here? |
A tremendous move!! But an idea you've seen earlier in the lesson. Black can CAPTURE the Rook because there's a BACK RANK MATE if the Queen takes back. Do you see it? Well done if you got it right! |
Now what happens if White plays the sneaky move Qe2-d3? Would it be a good idea for Black to take the Queen with his Rook?
Yes No |
Which of these moves is best for Black now?
Qb2-b1+ Qb2-a1+ |
Take a look. White has to play his Queen to f1, and next move Black can take the Rook. OK? |
What would you suggest Black should do in this position? |
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