Korea Quiz In series
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Third time's the charm?
Find the answer at the bottom. There are many rituals or occasions in which people do certain actions three times in South Korea, such as in the parliament, when the speaker bangs the gavel exactly three times to conclude something. When children encounter disagreements and need to reach a decision,
Oct. 2, 2023 - 16:01:27
Chuseok traditions
Find the answer at the bottom of the page. As we approach the end of September, along with the cool autumn breeze, the Korean Thanksgiving holiday of Chuseok draws near. Chuseok is celebrated on the 15th day of August in the lunar calendar, and this year it falls on Sept. 29, with the days preceding
Sept. 27, 2023 - 16:46:42
Truth about gimbap
In the United States, Trader Joe's frozen packaged gimbap is making a splash, fueling more interest in Korean cuisine. On its home turf in South Korea, the idea of freezing seaweed rice rolls seems far from appetizing, as gimbap is readily available in convenience stores, street food stalls and anyw
Sept. 20, 2023 - 10:30:09
When parenting becomes too costly
Find the answer at the bottom. Young Koreans are quick to recognize and respond to new trends. Although this trait has some merits, it also has downsides. Coupled with materialism, peer pressure and showy consumption, many feel they need to possess certain trendy items, like sneakers, backpacks or
Sept. 13, 2023 - 11:25:36
Would you rather be a ‘fox’ or a ‘bear’?
Find the answer at the bottom of the page. As in many other languages, the Korean language has slang terms involving various animals. For a person to be likened to a fox in Korean, it means that person is sly and cunning. While “foxy” in the English language also has such a meaning, it is more com
Sept. 6, 2023 - 13:49:12
Convenience stores, convenience services
Find the correct answer at the bottom of this page. South Korea tops the world in terms of convenience stores, with an average one shop per 1,106 persons across the country as of March this year. It may be only natural that these stores have become an integral part of everyday life for Koreans by pr
Aug. 30, 2023 - 13:52:51
Addressing married women in Korean
Find the correct answer at the bottom of this page. For many Koreans and even foreign nationals familiar with Korean TV shows, the term "ajumma" conjures the image of middle-aged women with short, voluminous hair that requires minimal additional styling, adorned in outfits with bold patterns and vib
Aug. 23, 2023 - 11:50:29
When in Korea, ‘bang’ it!
Find the correct answer at the bottom of this page. In the 1990s, many specialized entertainment bang emerged in South Korea, offering various forms of entertainment and services to guests. Different types of bang existed, each catering to specific interests and activities. Video bang, a type of bu
Aug. 16, 2023 - 11:29:02
The birth of Korean cinema
Find the correct answer at the bottom of this page. You may have discovered Korean cinema through "Parasite," the multiple Oscar-winning film directed by Bong Joon-ho. But this rising Asian cultural powerhouse boasts a long cinematic history that traces a century back from 2019, when Bong’s film cam
Aug. 9, 2023 - 14:02:44
Summertime delicacy
Koreans seek comfort from a wide variety of foods in each season. In the summer, when it's either sizzling hot or rainy, people naturally look for something cold or refreshing to keep exhaustion from the high temperatures and humidity at bay. Patbingsu, a milk-based Korean shaved ice dessert with va
Aug. 2, 2023 - 10:26:56
The Korean War (2)
Find the correct answer at the bottom of this page. The Korean War broke out in June 1950 and ended three years later in July 1953. It was a result of the geopolitical tensions of the Cold War and had implications for the global balance of power during that era. The ambitions of North Korea's found
July 26, 2023 - 14:41:31
The Korean War (1)
Find the answer at the bottom of the page. The Korean War broke out on June 25, 1950, with the invasion of North Korea. As the communist state’s military capability overwhelmed that of South Korea at that time, it took just three days for its forces to enter and seize Seoul, the South’s capital. Le
July 19, 2023 - 10:51:44
North Korea and nukes
Find the answer at the bottom of the page. Being one of the poorest countries in the world, North Korea for decades focused on developing capabilities for asymmetric warfare against far more powerful and wealthier countries. This meant development of nuclear weapons and missiles that could deliver t
July 12, 2023 - 13:24:37
What are “cagongjok?
Find the correct answer at the bottom of the page. Cafes are found in almost every nook and cranny of Seoul, as well as elsewhere throughout the country. A common sight in these establishments is individuals sitting at tables meant for four, engrossed in intellectual activity -- predominantly studyi
July 5, 2023 - 11:44:05
Drinking manners maketh man
Find the answer at the bottom of the page. South Koreans are famous for consuming the largest amount of alcohol in the world. Koreans consume 8.7 liters of pure alcohol per capita, according to latest data by Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Its unparalleled love for liquor has
June 29, 2023 - 10:13:08
