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CHAPTER VII
SUGGESTIONS FOR BEGINNERS
When the beginner is familiar with the rules of Chess, with the moves of the various Pieces and Pawns, and understands the meanings of the technical terms used in playing the game, he is ready to put into practice what he has learned. But before beginning the first game, there are a few general suggestions which he will find helpful until he has acquired sufficient skill to develop a system of play for himself. In Chess, as in everything else, there are exceptions where hard and fast rules cannot always be followed.
Familarity with Technical Terms.
Experienced players of all games use technical terms with a facility that is awe-inspiring to the beginner; and his ignor-
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