In chess, which of the following may only move forward to the unoccupied square immediately in front of it?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. The Pawn.
In chess, the pawn is the piece that can only move forward to the unoccupied square immediately in front of it. On its first move, a pawn has the option to move two squares forward, but only one square at a time after that. It captures diagonally, one square forward and to the left or right. The pawn is unique in chess because it has the potential to be promoted to a more powerful piece, such as a queen when it reaches the opposite side of the board.