The Life and Legacy of Bobby Fischer

What inspired Bobby Fischer's initial interest in chess?

• A chess tournament he attended

• Playing with his sister and a book of chess games

• His mother's influence

• A movie about chess

At what age did Bobby Fischer become the youngest grandmaster?

• 17 years old

• 19 years old

• 15 years old

• 13 years old

What was significant about Fischer's 1972 match against Boris Spassky?

• It was held in the United States

• It marked the end of Soviet dominance in chess

• It was Fischer's first international match

• It was the first televised chess match

Why did Fischer forfeit his title defense against Anatoly Karpov?

• He retired from chess

• He lost interest in the game

• He refused to play by the official rules

• He was injured

What religious sect did Bobby Fischer become involved with?

• The Jehovah's Witnesses

• The Mormon Church

• The Worldwide Church of God

• The Church of Scientology

What unusual action did Fischer reportedly take due to paranoia about Soviet spying?

• He moved to a remote island

• He changed his name

• He stopped using electronic devices

• He removed all metal fillings from his teeth

What was Fischer's reaction to the events of September 11, 2001?

• He condemned the attackers

• He expressed sympathy for the victims

• He applauded the attacks

• He remained silent on the issue

What legal issue arose after Fischer's death?

• A lawsuit over his book rights

• A paternity suit and estate claims

• A dispute over his chess titles

• A challenge to his citizenship

How did Iceland play a role in Fischer's later life?

• They published his autobiography

• They funded his legal battles

• They granted him citizenship

• They hosted his final chess match

What was the outcome of the legal battle over Fischer's estate?

• His estate was divided among his nephews

• His marriage to Miyoko Watai was declared legal

• His former girlfriend's daughter inherited it

• It was donated to a chess foundation