Tactics

Question 1

Whats is C in Cheap (the 3 Cs)

Answer 1

Check, (double) check and Cut-off K. That is if on calculation to checkmate the K runs and escapes, try cutting-off escape squares before attempting mate.

Question 2

What is H in Cheap

Answer 2

Hanging - to exploit need a double attack or attack + mate threat

Question 3

What is E in Cheap

Answer 3

Exchange or capture. Consider all captures and what they may bring - especially where attackers are more than defenders

Question 4

What is A in Cheap (attack + threat)

Answer 4

Single Attack (tempo move eg pawn attacks queen)
double attack eg q attacks 2 hangers 
Threat - create a mating threat whilst attacking other

Question 5

What is P in Cheap

Answer 5

Pin or alignment seen many times in each game. Discovered attack also is created by alignment.

Question 6

What are 2 basic rules if you have a pin ?

Answer 6

i) Add attackers - that is often enough to win a piece.

ii) Look for pawns to attack pinned piece