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GK QUESTION#722

In chess, the special pawn capture known as “en passant” can be executed under which condition?

  1. AOnly after the opposing pawn moves two squares and one turn has passed
  2. BWithin two subsequent moves after the pawn’s double-step advance
  3. CImmediately on the next move after the opponent’s pawn moves two squares forwardCorrect answer
  4. DOnly when the capturing pawn occupies a dark-colored square
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Answer

C. Immediately on the next move after the opponent’s pawn moves two squares forward

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Explanation

En passant is a special pawn capture in chess that can be made immediately on the very next move after an opponent’s pawn moves two squares forward from its starting position and lands beside your pawn.

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