Fix the mistake: Go
Rules for Capturing Stones
In this lesson, you will learn about the rules for capturing stones, one of the most important concepts in Go. Rather than memorizing words alone, aim to explain the system and reasons in your own words.
Key Point
The empty points directly above, below, to the left, and to the right of a stone or connected group of stones are its liberties. When all liberties are lost, the stones are captured and removed from the board.
The empty points directly above, below, to the left, and to the right of a stone or connected group of stones are its liberties. When all liberties are lost, the stones are captured and removed from the board.
Important Points
- Check the reasons, not only the conclusion
- Distinguish similar terms and exceptions
- Try applying the same way of thinking to other examples
Practice
- Explain the key point in two sentences.
- Give one common misunderstanding and explain what is different.
- Check your understanding by applying it to a familiar or specific example.
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