In this lesson, you will learn about the especially important chess concept of “basic checkmate patterns.” Rather than memorizing only the words, aim to explain the mechanism and reasons in your own words.
Key Point
Checkmate is a state in which the king is under attack and cannot defend itself by moving away, capturing the attacker, or blocking the attack.
Checkmate is a state in which the king is under attack and cannot defend itself by moving away, capturing the attacker, or blocking the attack.
Point
- Confirm not only the conclusion but also the reason for it
- Distinguish it from 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 about it.
- Check it by applying it to a familiar or specific example.