On the next move white will capture the rook on a8. The Solution 1.Qh8+ is a skewer tactic that forces the black king to move. Beginner Chess Puzzle #2 What is the best move for white? On the next move black will capture the undefended bishop on b4. The Solution 1… Qd4+ is a double attack (fork) against white’s king and bishop. How can you take advantage of this mistake? Note: Be sure to study the solutions too! Beginner Chess Puzzle #1 White just moved their bishop to b4.
Here’s 10 easy chess puzzles for beginners to help you practice the patterns you learnt in the chess tactics for beginners.
