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Why the Sicilian?
What Black is really after.
What is the main idea behind meeting 1.e4 with 1...c5?
A
It guarantees Black an extra pawn straight out of the opening.
B
It forces White to trade queens early and simplify the game.
C
It plays for an unbalanced game and the win, not just equality.