Korea Quiz In series
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Korean box office smash hits
Find the answer at the bottom. A movie that sells over 10 million tickets in South Korea is considered a box office smash hit. In contrast to the global cinema benchmark of 1 billion dollars in worldwide box office sales, the Korean standard for a film's commercial success focuses on the number of t
Jan. 10, 2024 - 14:26:09
2024 is the year of which animal?
Find the answer at the bottom. Which animal do you see featured on many calendars for the new year? In a number of East and Southeast Asian countries, including South Korea, each year is symbolized by one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac, known as "tti" in Korean -- the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit
Jan. 3, 2024 - 14:18:19
BTS's military salary
Find the answer at the bottom. All seven members of BTS are currently doing their military service, putting their lives as globetrotting K-pop stars temporarily on hold. This means that except for Suga -- who is doing alternative service at a community center in Seoul -- they train, work and sleep
Dec. 27, 2023 - 09:01:24
Hoesik etiquette
Find the answer at the bottom. Alcohol is often served to encourage freer social interaction, but being aware of local drinking customs is also recommended for avoiding awkward situations. The end of the year is a common time for group or office dinners in Korea, where following a drinking etiquett
Dec. 20, 2023 - 09:00:57
Dokdo, jewel in East Sea
Find the answer at the bottom. The South Korean island of Dokdo is an ecological jewel, situated furthest from the mainland. Comprised of two islets and 89 surrounding rock outcrops, the entirety of Dokdo is designated a natural monument and is under protection. The waters surrounding Dokdo are home
Dec. 13, 2023 - 11:07:40
Voluminous traditional Korean porcelain
Find the answer at the bottom. Large, voluminous and round white pottery vessels known as “moon jars” stand as quintessential examples of South Korea’s Joseon-era porcelain art. Originating from the late 17th century, these distinctive porcelain jars maintained their popularity through the late Jose
Dec. 6, 2023 - 10:30:12
Neighborhoods with exotic vibes
Find the answer at the bottom. Some districts in South Korea are representative of a certain foreign community, providing visitors with a distinctive cultural experience, marked by exotic surroundings, and a more hospitable, homelike atmosphere for some foreign nationals. On South Gyeongsang Provinc
Nov. 29, 2023 - 16:01:54
'Troika' of the 2000s
Find the answer at the bottom. In modern entertainment history, it became a tradition for Korean media to pick three era-defining female actors per decade. Dubbed “troika,” from the Russian term denoting a vehicle pulled by three horses, the three were picked based on their popularity, their work,
Nov. 22, 2023 - 08:50:17
Blood type personality theory
Find the answer at the bottom. When Koreans inquire about your blood type, their curiosity might center not on medical matters but on the pseudoscientific pursuit of predicting some of your personality traits. In South Korea, blood type is commonly used as a gauge of others’ personalities and temper
Nov. 15, 2023 - 18:00:48
Exchanging snacks every November
Every November, a certain type of snack sees a sudden spike in sales: Pepero. On Nov. 11, also known as Pepero Day, people exchange the chocolate-covered snacks. It is not an official holiday, but is widely celebrated in South Korea, with street stalls, convenience stores and supermarkets stocked wi
Nov. 8, 2023 - 11:32:53
Lucrative MLB careers
Find the answer at the bottom of the page. Ryu Hyun-jin just wrapped up the last season of his four-year, $80 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, and is now slated for free agency that will realistically be the 36-year-old pitcher's last chance to make big money in Major League Baseball. Wi
Nov. 1, 2023 - 11:39:17
Iconic goods at Seoul markets
Find the answer at the bottom. Although it is widely regarded as being one of the world's most technologically advanced cities, South Korea's capital has integrated traditional markets into its urban economy. Local street markets, primarily frequented by elderly citizens and wholesale merchants, ha
Oct. 25, 2023 - 08:31:16
Oh my gat!
In contemporary South Korea, hats are seldom seen as an essential accessory in men's fashion, reserved mostly for functional use like sun protection. But in the Joseon era (1392-1910), hats were an integral and indispensable part of every outfit for men. Today, the traditional hats are commonly refe
Oct. 18, 2023 - 08:31:31
Autumn fruits
Find the answer at the bottom. When the air turns crisp and cool in Korea, the attention of many turns toward the price trends of two specific fruits: apples and pears. These fruits reach their peak freshness and flavor during this season, making them the quintessential autumn fruits in South Korea
Oct. 11, 2023 - 08:38:04
Puppy words
Find the answer at the bottom. Dogs are the most favored companion animals in South Korea, with nearly 75 percent of pet-owning families choosing to raise them. In the Korean language, the word for dog is "gae," and a puppy is a "gangaji," but there are more affectionate slang terms widely used onl
Oct. 4, 2023 - 08:11:06
