Day 2 · 15 min · Free forever
One ply deeper on force
- Add one ply on checks and captures
Most club blunders stop one move early on a forcing line. After you find a good idea, ask: what is the best reply?
Especially on checks and captures — extend one ply before you commit.
Habit rule · After a good idea, name the opponent's best reply.
Practice position
r1bqkb1r/pppp1ppp/2n2n2/4p2Q/2B1P3/8/PPPP1PPP/RNB1K1NR w KQkq - 4 4
A classic scholar-style finish — calculate the force to the end.
Side to move: White. Solution teaching line: Qxf7#
Forcing checks must be calculated to mate or material, not stopped early.
Knowledge check
When should you extend one ply?