Which piece combines rook and bishop movement?

Queen.

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Why: The queen moves like a rook and a bishop combined, along ranks, files, and diagonals.

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Answer: Queen. The queen moves like a rook and a bishop combined, along ranks, files, and diagonals.

  1. Chess en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chess
    A queen combines the power of a rook and bishop
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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