Checkers Official Rules: Backward Jump and Man Movement

No, men may jump forward only; only Kings are permitted to move or capture in a backward direction.

No, men may jump forward only; only Kings are permitted to move or capture in a backward direction.

Yes, Kings may jump forward or backward, but Men may only jump forward.

No, en passant only occurs when an opponent's pawn advances two squares in a single move.

Yes, Kings may move both forward and backward one square at a time in a diagonal direction.

No, the capture must occur on the very next move following the opponent's two-square pawn advance.

No, en passant is only valid when a pawn moves two squares from its starting position and is captured immediately.

No, you cannot make a move that leaves your king in check or under attack.

Yes, you must move the first piece touched that can be moved or capture the first piece touched that can be captured.

Yes, the capture must be made on the very next move following the double-step pawn advance.

No, a pawn must be exchanged for a queen, rook, bishop, or knight of the same colour.