Test Your Chess Opening Knowledge!

Created by Editorial Team

The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Mokshika Sharma

Mokshika Sharma

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 39 | Total Attempts: 63,493

| Attempts: 621

1/15 Questions

What is the name of the chess opening that begins with the moves 1. d4 d5, and follows with 2. c4?
- Queen's Gambit
- King's Indian Defense
- Pirc Defense
- Nimzo-Indian Defense

About This Quiz

Welcome to the Chess Opening Quiz, a dynamic and engaging platform designed to take your chess mastery to new heights. In this Chess Opening Quiz, you'll embark on an exciting journey through the intricate world of chess openings, where strategy and foresight are your guiding stars.
Our quiz is tailored for players of all levels, from beginners eager to learn the fundamentals to seasoned grandmasters looking to sharpen their opening repertoire. We've woven an immersive experience that will enrich your understanding of pawn structures, piece coordination, and tactical nuances.
As you explore the quiz's challenges, you'll unravel the secrets of renowned openings, making your next chess match an artful strategic masterpiece. Join us on this enlightening quest, test your chess opening knowledge, and elevate your game to the next level!

Test Your Chess Opening Knowledge! - Quiz

Recent Quizzes

World Chess Day Quiz

Get ready for an exciting World Chess Day quiz, a celebration of the timeless game that has captured the hearts and minds of players around the globe. Test your knowledge and...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 269 | Last updated: Jun 15, 2023

Sample Question
Which chess piece can only move diagonally?

Knight

Bishop

Rook

Queen

Basic Chess Quiz .Fundamentals

This Basic Chess Quiz assesses fundamental chess strategies and positions, focusing on key pieces like the king, bishop, and queen. It evaluates understanding of moves like...

Questions: 9 | Attempts: 310 | Last updated: Jun 18, 2025

Sample Question
The Castle A. I castle when I feel like it. B. To castle is just a waste of time. I rather develop a piece instead. C. The king is usually pretty safe in the middle so I keep attacking that is more important than castling. D. I develop my kingside pieces and after that I castle as soon as possible.

A

B

C

D

Chess Quiz Questions And Answers

Do you like to play chess? If yes, then you'll definitely enjoy the chess quiz that we've created below. Chess is a very popular, competitive two-player board...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 31007 | Last updated: May 08, 2025

Sample Question
This piece has limited movement. Its capture or mate means the end the game.

King

Queen

Beginner's Chess Quiz

Test your basics if you are just beginning to play chess. Type your name first to begin the test. You will get your certificate after the quiz.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 11678 | Last updated: Jun 12, 2024

Sample Question
What is the ultimate goal of the game of chess?

To capture the opponent's king

To capture all the opponent's pawns

To control the center of the board

To have more pieces than the opponent

Chess Quiz For My Club

Today you will see if you know the basics of chess!

Questions: 9 | Attempts: 213 | Last updated: Mar 18, 2023

Sample Question
True or False: A KNIGHT can only jump over your own pieces

True

False

Are You Addicted To Chess?

The test will show whether you are obsessed with the game of chess. Novices stand virtually no chance of answering the test questions correctly.

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 3511 | Last updated: Apr 30, 2024

Sample Question
Two representatives of the "hypermodern school of chess" were

Paul Morphy and Simon Winawer

Howard Staunton and Johannes Zukertort

Max Euwe and Mikhail Tal

Jacques Mieses and Adolf Anderssen

Aron Nimzowitsch and Richard Reti

Test Your Chess Opening Knowledge!

What is the name of the chess opening that begins with the moves 1. d4 d5, and follows with 2. c4?

Quiz Preview

Which chess opening involves the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Bc4?

Which chess opening is named after a Spanish bishop who wrote extensively on chess?

In which chess opening does Black respond to 1.e4 with the move 1...e5?

Which chess opening involves the moves 1.e4 d5?

Which chess opening involves the moves 1.e4 c6?

Which chess opening is known for its double pawn structure resulting from the moves 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.e5 c5?

Which chess opening is initiated by the moves 1.e4 c5?

Which chess opening does not begin with the moves 1.e4 e5?

Which chess opening starts with the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6?

Which chess opening is characterized by the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5?

Which chess opening is characterized by the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Bc4 Nf6 3.d4?

Which chess opening is known for its aggressive pawn structure and focuses on controlling the center of the board?

Which chess opening involves sacrificing a pawn with the move 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 f5?

Which chess opening is named after a Danish player, who considered it to be his favorite opening?