White to move: Win the queen in 2 moves
Puzzle 42 solution hint: [Move the rook]
Puzzle 42 solution at the bottom.

Solution to Puzzle 41

1. Rxg8 Kxg8 2. Ne7+ Kf8 3. Nxc6
A typical knight fork combination. Remember that the knight is the strongest fork maker in chess, and you should use its smart power. If you play against the opponent who has the knight, be careful and take care not to be forked.

Solution to Puzzle 42

1. Rxe6+ Kxe6 2. Qxd8
Remember this combination. The Black queen is under the cover of the Black king. By moving 1. Rxe6+, White sacrifices the rook and removes the cover. After 1… Kxe6, the Black queen is uncovered and is taken away…

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