Kim Dynasty
The term for the form of government where absolute power is concentrated in the hands of a single leader or a small group, operating without effective constitutional limitations or democratic processes. Power is often seized through violence or coercion, with the regime maintaining control by suppressing dissent, controlling media, and restricting civil liberties.
Dictatorship
Name the primary 2 countries NK shares a border with.
China and South Korea
What do all young, North Korean boys dream of growing up to be?
Military soldiers
Who was ultimately hired to assassinate Kim Jong Un's half-brother?
Two hired Malaysian women "comedians" who were tricked into killing him.
Where did Kim Jong Un study abroad as a teenager?
Switzerland
The North Korean Army is the _____ largest in the world.
4th
Who is the only US president to step foot in North Korea?
Donald Trump
Name 3 ways North Korean citizens "worship" Kim Jon UN?
Praising all actions, photos in all rooms, no outside photos of the leader, crying, "Supreme Leader," etc.
Due to poor quality universal "healthcare", blindness is is a common problem for people of all ages. When the Nepalese doctor came to provide humanitarian aid, how many surgeries did he perform in just 10 days?
1,000 surgeries
Kim Jong Il want to show his people he cares and boost morale to maintain his position. What is something he has done for the people of Pyongyang?
He has built a ski resort and may waterparks. He loves a good sport.
While Kim Jong Un acts as the face of the Supreme Leader, who else is often charged with carrying out the "dirty deeds" of the regime?
Kim Jong Un's sister: Kim Yo Jong.
What is the term for the use of coercive economic, financial, or diplomatic restrictions by one or more countries against targeted states or individuals to influence their behavior, punish unlawful acts, or uphold international security?
Sanctions
How is housing determined in Pyongyang?
In 2017, North Korea proved he could reach nuclear missiles to which country?
USA
How old was Kim Jong Un before he was allowed outside of his home to be around otehrs?
Age 6
Since the formation of North Korea in 1948, how many dictators have ruled the state?
3: Kim Il Sung, Kim Jong Il, and Kim Jong Un
What was the result of the Korean War (1950-53)?
Basically nothing. Yikes. NK and SK both continued in the same geography, political systems, and poor relationship.
Primary capital city of NK. Hone of any and all "elite" civilians.
Pyongyang
What happened to ethnic Koreans who migrated to NK during the Paradise on Earth Campaign led by Kim Jon Il?
Rather than provided with free healthcare, education, jobs, and housing... they were subject to hard labor, discrimination, faced food shortages, and were denied the right to return home to SK/Japan.
Why is Kim Jong Un invested in creating a relationship with DJT?
To create an agreement that allows the continual development of nuclear weapons and simultaneously lifts sanctions against his country.
Name at least 3 ways the Kim dynasty remained in power.
What is the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)?
The DMZ was created as a neutral, weapons-free buffer zone following the 1953 armistice to stop fighting, though it remains one of the world's most heavily armed borders. The border was solidified at the end of the Korean War to divide North and South Korea.
In the early 2000's approximately 40% ogf children were malnourished due to _____.
Famine.
After the Korean Occupation of Japan, which citizens were discriminated against when returning home?
Japanese wives of N. Korean soldiers. Many were sent to live in detention camos and were enver allowed back to Japan again.
What is the greatest challenge Kim Jong Un faces as the supreme leader of NK?
Balancing traditional dictatorship tactics and modernization of NK to keep his people alive and happy