Expert: Peter Chapman - 1/20/2006

Question
how do you get a 3 move checkmate?

Answer
Hello ff,

There are two well known quick wins by mate, but in reality they require a great deal of cooperation by your opponent. Neither are mate in three, but take a look any way

The following game is Fool's Mate

1 f3 e5 2 g4 Qh4#

The following game is Scholar's Mate

1 e4 e5 2 Bc4 Bc5 3 Qh5 Nf6 4 Qxf7#

I hope that this answers your question and that you enjoy your chess,

Very Best Regards, Peter