Chess: 900 to 1800

The rule of the square

Can the king catch a runaway pawn? Draw the square and you know without counting.

  • 12 min
  • 1 step
  • Lesson 61 of 132

Six steps: two explanations, a demonstration, two find-the-move exercises, and a position to play out against the engine. Becomes essential around 900.

The rule of the square The square arrow button opens this screen in the full trainer, with its menu and settings. Credit: Chess Trainer

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