Fourth Interview Questions

Some of these questions are similar to previous questions, but I am trying to get another opinion, seeing as I am interviewing a different person.

 

1. What is the best way to win a game of chess?

2. What is the best way to teach someone the basics of chess?

3. Are there any good techniques to use when teaching others advanced chess techniques?

4. Would you suggest any books or articles that could help me answer the first question?

5. How important is playing against people who are "better" than you?

6. Do you think solving chess puzzles increases your ability to perform well in game?

7. Would you say there are any obvious mistakes to avoid that occur often in the game?

8. Do you think any specific openings are worth studying over others?

9. What do you think makes a grandmaster so good at the game?

10. Would you agree this game increases important academic traits like logic and memory?

11. What is chess notation?

12. Do you think using chess notation increases a player's ability to improve in game?

13. What are some ways a player can benefit from studying their own games?

14. What items would you think are essential in order to teach a class about chess?

15. How important is studying "chess prodigies" for personal improvement?

16. Why would some one pursue further knowledge of chess after knowing the basics of the game?

17. What is a better use of your time in order to improve? Playing one long game against an even opponent or playing multiple quickly won games against lesser opponents?

18. How can one pursue a "higher knowledge" of the game?

19. What would be more important in game? Being flexible to your opponent's moves or being consistent in your own strategy?

20. How can one teach beginners advanced terminology of the game without having them confused and lost?