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74 supported on K4 or Q4, than when further advanced. Pawns on these squares should be maintained abreast as long as possible; for if one is advanced, the position of the other is weakened. The student will find it beneficial to study end games in which Pawns take part in the checkmate, and also Pawn moves in general throughout the game.

It is of great importance that the beginner acquires a clear idea of the appearance of the board so that he can see it in his " Mind's Eye," when it is not really before him. He should be able to tell at once what squares are commanded by a certain Piece in a given position, and he should also be able to play on boards with squares of other color combinations than the one with which he is familar, such as red and white, black and white, black and yellow, brown and yellow, etc. He must also accustom himself to play with squares of a different size, though when possible,