ECI Chess Christmas Quiz 2023

The queen always begins on her own color

What country did chess originate from?

In the X-Men comics/movies, which character is known for playing chess and is often portrayed as a strategic mastermind?

How many pawns are there in a chess board

What is this opening?

In Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone who sacrificed themselves in the game to allow Harry to win the game.

In The Queen's Gambit what's the name of the opening that Beth Harmon becomes known for and uses in her chess matches?

When was chess first invented?

What is the tallest chess piece on a traditional chess set?

On the show Star Trek, Kirk and Spock played 3D chess three times. Who won all three games?

What piece can jump over other pieces? 

How many squares are on a chess board?

How many moves does it take to deliver the fastest checkmate possible?

The word "Checkmate" in Chess comes from the Persian phrase "Shah Mat". What does this mean?

A computer called Alpha Zero became the first computer to beat an international grandmaster in January 1979, Boston

During the Cold War, which American chess player represented the US in several World Chess Championship matches.

What is this opening?

What is the world record for the number of moves made without taking a piece?

In a single game of chess, there are how many possible moves after one move each?

What is the move called when a King and Rook move at the same time?