Korean Economy
What is the currency of South Korea?
Won
What is the capital city of South Korea?
Seoul
What modern Korean cultural export has gained worldwide popularity?
K-pop
Who was the Korean greatest king in Joseon Dystany?
King Saejong
Which South Korean electronics company is famous for smartphones and TVs?
Samsung
What is the longest river in South Korea?
Nakdong River(낙동강)
What is the main vegetable used to make kimchi?
Cabbage
When did Korea become a colony of Japan?
1910
Which industry contributes the most to South Korea’s GDP?
Manufacturing
Why is South Korea's official name the ROK (Republic of Korea)?
The government does not recognize North Korea as an independent nation.
What is the traditional Korean clothing called?
Has there ever been a formal peace treaty signed after the Korean War?
No
Which South Korean car company produces popular models like the Sonata and Tucson?
Hyundai
Which island, located southwest of the Korean Peninsula, is South Korea’s largest island?
Jeju Island
What are the most scenic spots in South Korea?
Jeju Island, Ggjotji Beach, Haeundae Beach
Who were the leaders of North Korea and South Korea during the Korean War?
North Korea (Kim Il Sung) and South Korea (Syngman Rhee)
What is the name of South Korea’s stock market index, similar to the Dow Jones in the U.S.?
KOSPI
This city is South Korea’s second-largest and is known as a major port and industrial hub.
Busan
What are the three most significant historical structures in South Korea?
Deoksugung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Hwaseong Fortress
What was the American Occupation also known as?
Operation Black Forest Party