Bent Larsen's Good Move Guide ~ Part 2 ~

... originally published separately ... given to a young Magnus Carlsen to devour by one of his first coaches ...

You should ask yourself the following questions:

⭐️ Is there any material advantage? ⭐️ Who has the better pawn position? ⭐️ What sort of pawn offensive must I aim at? ⭐️ Is there an exchange of pieces that is especially preferable? ⭐️ Is there any piece working only at half speed just now? ⭐️ Are there any holes in my or the opponent's positions? ⭐️ Who has the majority in the centre? ⭐️ Are some squares, in the centre or elsewhere, of special importance?

[a work in progress ~ started TUE MAR 7 2023