CUIZ-FACT-56C79912
medium
Sports
✓ Fact-Verified
Which chess piece is often called the 'blunt instrument' due to its limited but powerful movement?
Verified Answer
Bishop
Quiz Options
- Bishop
- Knight
- Pawn
- Rook
Explanation & Context
The knight's L-shaped move (two squares in one direction and then one square perpendicular) allows it to jump over other pieces, giving it a unique role and sometimes described as a 'blunt instrument'.
Also Asked As / Semantic Queries
"What chess piece is often called the 'blunt instrument' due to its limited but powerful movement?"
Authoritative Sources & Citations
Related Trivia & Knowledge Questions
Who won the 2017 Formula One World Drivers' Championship?
Ans: Sebastian Vettel • easy
Which Indian footballer is known as the 'Sikkim Sniper'?
Ans: Bhaichung Bhutia • medium
Which nation holds the record for the most appearances in the FIFA Women's World Cup?
Ans: United States • medium
What penalty is awarded when a player commits a serious foul inside their own penalty area?
Ans: Free Kick • easy
What is the score called when both players have won 40 points?
Ans: Break point • easy
What is the nickname of the German national football team?
Ans: Die Mannschaft • medium
Fact-checked by CuizIN Editorial Team · Published under Editorial Standards · Play this quiz interactively →