Step Eight: Learn Ways To End A Game
The game is won when one king is in checkmate. A draw results when a king is not in check but cannot move without putting itself into check. This is called a "stalemate" and results in a tie game.
You may also offer a draw to your opponent and mutually agree to end the game at a tie.
 | Back To Learn2 Play Chess |
| Back To Step One: Set Up The Board And Prepare To Play |
| Back To Step Two: Understand The Basics |
 | Back To Step Three: Study The Pieces And Their Movements |
| Back To Step Four: Consider Your First Moves |
| Back To Step Five: Learn About 'Castling' The King |
| Back To Step Six: Memorize The Special Moves Of The Pawn |
| Back To Step Seven: Know The Difference Between Check And Checkmate |
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