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Lesson 7: The king and check

The king moves only one square at a time, but he's the most important piece on the board. Here you learn what check is, and how to get out of it.

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The king is the most important piece, but not the strongest. He moves only one square at a time, in any direction.

Collect both stars in two moves.

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What you'll learn

  • The king moves one square in any direction
  • The king may never move into check
  • How to give check
  • Three ways to save the king: run, capture or block
  • The kings never stand next to each other

Lesson 7 of 12 · about 7 minutes · 7 steps. Your progress is kept in this browser, and with your profile if you have one.

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Updated November 6, 2026