Intermezzo Chess Puzzles
An unexpected intermediate move inserted into a sequence before the expected reply.
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About Intermezzo
The intermezzo (also called an "in-between move" or "zwischenzug") is a move that interrupts the expected sequence of moves. Instead of making the expected recapture or reply, a player makes a powerful intermediate move — often a check or a capture — that forces the opponent to respond, after which the original sequence resumes, often with a completely different evaluation.
How to use these puzzles
Study the position carefully before moving any pieces. Try to find the best move on your own, then click on the piece you want to move and select the target square. Use the Hint button if you get stuck. After solving the puzzle, use the Next Puzzlebutton in the Current Turn card to practice another position from this theme.