Korea Quiz In series
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Three Kingdoms
Find the answer at the bottom. The Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668) was a fascinating era in the Korean Peninsula's early history, marked by rivalry and exchanges among three distinctively different kingdoms, each possessing its own charm and history. The distinctive appeals of the three kingdom
May 8, 2024 - 14:48:59
Homes in Korea
Find the answer at the bottom. Six out of every 10 South Korean nationals live in apartments, earning South Korea the nickname, "the Republic of Apartments." According to law here, structures featuring multiple housing units per floor and standing at least five stories tall are considered apartments
May 2, 2024 - 11:07:01
Abusive imbalances of power
Find the answer at the bottom. In relationships or social situations where power imbalances lead to problematic dynamics, the term "gapjil" is used to describe unjust and abusive behavior by someone who thinks they are in a relatively superior position. The term originates from Korean legal terminol
April 24, 2024 - 10:01:51
National flower
Find the answer at the bottom. While South Korea lacks a specific law officially designating a national flower, the rose of Sharon, or "mugunghwa" in Korean, is widely recognized as such. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety introduces the flower alongside the national flag, anthem and seal as na
April 19, 2024 - 09:40:01
Korean phone etiquette
Find the answer at the bottom. Phone calls can be tricky without the benefit of facial expressions to convey tone or intent. To avoid misunderstandings in Korea, knowing about phone etiquette is key. The greeting “yeobosaeyo” is equivalent to “hello,” and is used by both the caller and the receiver,
April 8, 2024 - 17:14:35
Smelly bean blocks
Find the answer at the bottom. Meju are bricks of dried, fermented soybeans that are used to make three of Korea’s most essential condiments -- doenjang (bean paste), ganjang (soy sauce) and gochujang (red pepper paste). Traditionally, when families made their own condiments, it was common to see s
April 4, 2024 - 10:51:33
Resurgence of Korean traditional desserts
Find the answer at the bottom. Retro has become the latest dessert fad in South Korea. Dubbed “halmaenial,” the trend has seen millennials embrace the tastes and preferences traditionally associated with their grandparents' generation. Halmaenial is a portmanteau of "halmae," the Korean word for gra
March 27, 2024 - 16:08:46
Acting cutesy
Find the answer at the bottom. If you are a fan of Hallyu, or the Korean Wave, you might have witnessed Korean stars and celebrities engaging in deliberately cute and childlike acts to cultivate intimacy with fans. Termed “aegyo,” this behavior is characterized by playful, sweet and innocent manneri
March 14, 2024 - 09:58:48
K-pop for senior listeners?
Find the answer at the bottom. K-pop, mixing addictive beats, catchy hooks, rap and meticulous choreography, continues to captivate music fans worldwide. In its homeland, however, some of the most popular music stars come from a uniquely Korean music tradition that remains largely unnoticed abroad:
March 11, 2024 - 10:26:41
Korean postpartum care
Find the answer at the bottom. South Korea has the world’s lowest birth rate, but it offers arguably some of the world’s best postpartum care for women who do give birth. Across the country, there are approximately 470 recovery centers for new mothers, where the primary focus is on their recovery af
Feb. 28, 2024 - 09:44:11
Weedy wonders in Korean cuisine
Find the answer at the bottom. South Koreans have long held a deep appreciation for plant-based ingredients, with herbs, various leafy greens, and their seeds and roots playing a crucial role in their diet. "Namul" is a term that encompasses a wide array of seasoned vegetables, usually blanched. In
Feb. 21, 2024 - 13:00:25
Korean superstitions
Find the answer at the bottom. Just like any country, Korea has its own traditional beliefs and superstitions. One such superstition warns against whistling at night, as it is believed to attract ghosts, spirits or snakes. This notion is often used to scare children from making noise at night. Thoug
Feb. 14, 2024 - 14:38:03
Seollal festivities
Find the answer at the bottom. Seollal, the Korean Lunar New Year, is a time when many families come together to celebrate various traditions and connect with their ancestral heritage. On this day, which falls on Feb. 10 this year, many families perform a ritual called "jesa" or "charye" to remember
Feb. 9, 2024 - 16:00:53
Dangerous for suicides
Find the answer at the bottom. With 25.2 deaths per 100,000 people in 2022, South Korea has the highest suicide rate among the mostly developed members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. To curb deaths by suicides, the country has employed a series of measures, which incl
Jan. 31, 2024 - 10:47:26
Korea's spicy affair with noodles
Find the answer at the bottom. The roots of Korean ramyeon trace back to 1963 when Samyang Ramen, the first Korean ramyeon, made its debut. Featuring wheat noodles in a mild, chicken broth, the early product was not very popular, as noodles in general were not a popular meal option for Koreans at th
Jan. 25, 2024 - 10:06:20
