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Chess Openings History Crossword Puzzle for Kids is a easy crossword puzzle with 17 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.

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Chess Openings History Crossword Puzzle for Kids
Explore the historical timeline of popular chess openings in this easy puzzle made for elementary school kids. Learn key openings and their origins with simple clues.
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  • 1. When the king cannot escape and the game ends.
  • 2. The most powerful piece on the board.
  • 3. Another name for the rook or a special move to protect the king.
  • 4. Where the chess pieces move.
  • 9. A piece that moves diagonally.
  • 11. To start the game or a new move.
  • 14. What you play when you move chess pieces.
  • 17. A piece that moves straight across rows or columns.
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  • 5. Periods when chess openings were created.
  • 6. The beginning part of a chess game.
  • 7. What players do to play their pieces.
  • 8. A piece that moves in an L shape.
  • 10. The first few moves in chess that set up the game.
  • 12. A move that threatens the opponent’s king.
  • 13. The most important piece in chess.
  • 15. The smallest chess piece that moves forward.
  • 16. Guides that tell how to play chess.
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