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100
The largest lake in Korea is:
A. Jinyang Lake
B. Tangeum Lake
C. Chunjuho Lake
D. Cheongpyeong Lake
A. Jinyang Lake
100
This dish is a staple in Korean cuisine and is a famous traditional side dish made from salted and fermented vegetables, most commonly napa cabbage and Korean radishes, with a variety of seasonings, including gochugaru (chili powder), scallions, garlic, ginger, and jeotgal (salted seafood).
Kimchi
100
What is Hello in Korean?
Annyeong-haseyo
100
This South Korean singer, rapper, songwriter, and record producer is known for his humorous videos and stage performances, and internationally for his hit single "Gangnam Style"
PSY
100
This village welcomes over 800 Korean traditional Houses located in a district of narrow alleys. It is also famous for its peaceful atmosphere (that’s why it is called the “slow city”) and for its traditional Korean food especially the bibimbap.
Jeonju Hanok Village
200
The Capital of South Korea is:
A: Seoul
B: Gongju
C: Hanam
D: Peyongyang
A: Seoul
200
This dish literally means "fire meat". It is made of thin, marinated slices of beef or pork grilled on a barbecue or on a stove-top griddle. It is also often stir-fried in a pan in home cooking. Sirloin, rib eye or brisket are frequently used cuts of beef for the dish.
Bulgogi
200
How do you say " Nice to meet you!" in Korean
Mana se o ban gap sum ni da
200
This person is an American professional mixed martial artist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner of South Korean descent. He competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) for numerous years. He lives and trains in Hawaii.
BJ Penn
200
The city is famous for its World Heritage-listed fortifications built during the Joseon dynasty by King Jeongjo (1752 – 1800).
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and Palace
300
About what percentage of males in South Korea use makeup?
A: 10%
B: 20%
C: 30%
D: 40%
B: 20%
300
This dish is a sweet and savory dish of stir-fried glass noodles and vegetables that is popular in Korean cuisine. It is typically prepared with dangmyeon, a type of cellophane noodles made from sweet potato starch; the noodles are topped with assorted vegetables, meat, and mushrooms, and seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil.
Japchae
300
How do you say "Thank You!" in Korean?
Kamsa ham nida
300
This person is an American professional golfer who plays on the LPGA Tour. At age 10, she became the youngest player to qualify for a USGA amateur championship. She also became the youngest winner of the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links and the youngest to qualify for an LPGA Tour event.
Michelle Wie
300
This Palace was built in 1405 as a secondary residence for kings and queens. It has a secret garden thatoffers a beautiful natural scenery and a large pond in the middle of the garden.
Changdeokgung Palace
400
What is the National Animal of South Korea?
Siberian Tiger
400
This elaborate dish consists of a number of different vegetables and meats served with thin pancakes. It is served usually at special occasions such as weddings, and is associated with royalty.
Gujeolpan
400
How do you say "Where is the restroom?" in Korean?
Hwajangshi o di ye yo
400
This is a Korean-American actor and producer. He is known for his roles as Jin-Soo Kwon in Lost and Chin Ho Kelly in Hawaii Five-0.
Daniel Dae Kim
400
This Village is located between the two main palaces: Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung. It gathers around 800 and 900 hanok (traditional Korean houses). The village was the residential area of high-ranking government officials, nobles, and influential families.
Bukchon Hanok Village
500
What number is considered unlucky?
500
This Korean dish is made from cooked rice and other ingredients that are rolled in gim—dried sheets of nori seaweed—and served in bite-sized slices.
Gimbap
500
How do you say "What is your name?" in Korean?
Eerayumimwoya?
500
This is a Korean-American actor, voice actor and singer. He is known for his role as Glenn Rhee on AMC's horror drama television series The Walking Dead.
Steven Yeun
500
This place is the main and largest of the five palaces in Seoul and is where King Sejong (1418 – 1450) created the Korean alphabet.
Gyeongbokgung Palace