5 Checkmate in 2 puzzles for Intermediate players

Tactics are the backbone of strategy. Once you have learned the tactics, it is time to put your knowledge to the test. Puzzles are a good way to determine your understanding of the tactical themes and strategic points. Although you might fail to notice these tactical ideas in a match due to time, these puzzles allow you to be creative and out-of-the-box. Here are some interesting mates in two puzzles in random order of difficulties.

Give yourself at least 5 minutes to think about each. If you can solve it even quicker, then my friend, you have done great justice to your learning.

1. "Pinned to Death"

2. "Choice to Kill"

3. "The Shocker"

4. "Your Last Wish"

5. "Whoopsie"

Evaluate yourself:

2 pts for solving correctly within 5 minutes.

1 pt for solving it correctly regardless of time.

0 pt for cheating or giving up.

Add the points and comment down below.

Thanks for reading.