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In Game 6, which piece did Fischer keep that was key to his endgame advantage?

What made Fischer’s victory in Game 6 historically significant?

Fischer vs Spassky 1972 World Championship Match

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1
What made Fischer’s victory in Game 6 historically significant?
shortest world chess match ever played
first time an American defeated a Soviet player in the championship
The match was interrupted by a fire alarm
Fischer used a secret chess engine during the game
2
In Game 6, which piece did Fischer keep that was key to his endgame advantage?
The queen
The rook
The knight
The light-squared bishop
3
What effect did Game 6 have on the overall match?
It had no effect
It was the last game played
It was declared invalid
It gave Fischer a significant lead
4
What was unusual about Fischer’s choice in Game 6 compared to his previous games?
He played a gambit
He played with Black pieces
He resigned early
He avoided 1.e4 and chose 1.c4
5
What strategy did Fischer use to pressure Spassky’s position in Game 6?
Creating pawn weaknesses in Spassky's camp
Trading all pieces to reach a draw
Quickly castling kingside
Sacrificing the queen early
6
How did Spassky react after losing Game 6 to Fischer?
He refused to shake hands
He applauded Fischer’s play
He filed a protest with the arbiter
He stormed out of the hall
7
Who won the 6th game of the 1972 World Chess Championship match?
Bobby Fischer
Boris Spassky
No result
Draw
8
Where was the 1972 World Chess Championship match held?
London
Moscow
Reykjavik
New York
9
How many moves did Game 6 last?
About 100 moves
About 80 moves
About 40 moves
About 30 moves
10
Which opening did Fischer play in Game 6 that surprised Spassky?
Sicilian Defense
Ruy Lopez
King's Indian Defense
English Opening