VOICED : From Ugandan slums to world

Fiona Mutesi, a 16-year-old from Uganda, grew up in a slum and joined a chess club for free meals. Despite her tough upbringing, she excelled in chess, competing internationally and inspiring a Disney film. Her story highlights resilience and the transformative power of chess.

What motivated Fiona Mutesi to initially join the chess club?

• To compete in tournaments

• To receive free meals

• To meet new friends

• To learn chess

How has Fiona's chess playing style been influenced?

• By reading chess books

• By watching online tutorials

• By her tough upbringing

• By her coach's strategies

Where was Fiona recently found competing internationally?

• In the United States

• In Turkey

• In Russia

• In France

What major company is planning to make a film about Fiona?

• Disney

• Universal Pictures

• Warner Bros.

• Paramount Pictures

What has Fiona's story allowed her to dream of?

• Becoming a chess coach

• Living in a big city

• Owning a chess club

• A better life away from the slums