National Treasure
Tradition
Holiday
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People believed this national treasure helped people predict the weather in the old days. What is it?

It is Cheomseongdae.

100

What is the tradition people used to have on Hansik?

People used to eat cold food on Hansik.

100

When is Dano?

It is on May 5th on the lunar calendar.

200

This national treasure was destroyed by a fire in 2008. It is an old gate. What is it?

It is Sungnyemun/ Namdaemun.

200

What is the tradition women used to have on Dano?

Women used to wash their hair in Changpo water.

200

People eat turkey as the main food for this holiday. What holiday is it?

It is Thanksgiving Day.
300

This national treausure is located in Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a hall, and there is a pond in front of it. What is it?

It is Gyonghoeru.

300

What is the tradition men used to have on Dano?

Men used to compete in Korean wrestling, ssireum.

300

Chinese people eat mooncakes on this holiday. What holiday is it?

It is the Mid-Autumn Festival.

400

This national tresure is located in Bulguksa Temple. It is a tower and made of stone. It has many details in the design.

It is Dabotap

400

Why do Korean people eat red bean porridge on Dongji?

Korean People believe that food with red beans can scare away evil spirits.

400

When is American Independence Day?

It is on July 4th.

500

This national treasure is located in Bulguksa Temple. It is a tower and made of stone. Its design is very simple.

It is Seokgatap.
500

Why do people change the location of their ancestors' graves on Hansik?

People believe bad ghosts or evil spirits are not active on Hansik.

500

What is Dongji?

It is the time of the year when the night is the longest.

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