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100

The taste of this particular drink varies among regions, and these non region specific versions can be found at many major supermarkets and convenience stores, and in every corner of Korea. 

What is, beer. 

100

Another word for "fighting spirit," in South Korean sports. 

What is, hungry spirit. 

100

Korea's official monetary unit. 

What is, the won. 

100

Children will (blank) to elders at the start of the Lunar New Year

Bow


100

Hanok refers to (blank), built in traditional Korean style. 

What is, houses. 


200

The traditional Korean version of this drink is a distilled beverage. The version found on convenience store shelves are "the most popular among Koreans" due to its low price. 

What is, Soju. 


200

Korean sports culture was developed based on what?

What is, martial arts.

200

In Seoul and other major South Korean cities, transportation cards give you access to (blank).

What are buses, subways, and taxis. 


200

This is a holiday, similar to Valentines day, but for singles. Friends get together and celebrate by eating lots of ramen. 

What is Black Day. 

200

Hangeul Proclemation Day celebrates what?

What is the invention and proclamation of the Korean writing system. 

300

An iconic Korean dish made of fermented combinations of vegetables mixed with seasoning. 

Can include fermented seafood. 

What is Kimchi. 

300

Korea's most popular sports are...

What is, baseball and football. 

300

What famous location is portrayed by this image? 

Hint: The location represents 6 decades of peace. 

What is the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

300

What philosophy is South Korea centered around?

What is, Confucianism. 

300

There is a large market for (blank) in touristy areas of South Korea. 

What is...

- skin care

- stationary

- groceries

400

A snack made by steaming powdered grain and molding it into an array of shapes. It is one of the "most popular Korean traditional snacks."

Hint: A delicious desert!

What is tteok/rice cakes. 


400

When and where was the last Summer Olympics held in South Korea? 

(Be as specific as possible)

What is 1988 in Seoul. 

400

Korea's Political system

What is, Liberal Democracy, Presidential System

400

In Andong, dancers with their faces covered perform in a festival. This festival is called...

What is, Andong Mask Dance Festival

400

This is the National Flag of Korea. Describe or name the flag, and the symbolism behind aspects of it. 

What is... It symbolizes the principles of the yin and yang in oriental philosophy. The circle in the center is divided into two equal parts, where the upper red responds to the positive cosmic forces of the yang; conversely, the lower blue section represents the negative cosmic forces of the yin. The flag's background is white, representing peace and purity valued by the people of Korea. The circle is surrounded by four trigrams, one in each corner, characterizing continual movement, balance and harmony.

500

During the summer, people cool down by snacking on this popular desert containing shaved ice, milk, sweet bean paste, fruits, rice cake, syrup, and many other toppings. 

What is patbingsu. 

500

This was used as a tool for regaining national soverginity under Japanese colonial rule. 

Hint: At this time, activities were limited due to the colonial situation. 

What is physical education. 

500

What holiday takes place March 9th?

Presidential Election

500

In modern day South Korea, traditional dress is worn on holidays and during important events. In one such event, a baby wears the hanbok and chooses a item placed in front of them to predict their future. This occasion is called...

What is Dol or Doljanchi. 

(Doljabi is the custom that predicts the 1 year old's future). 

500

These two kinds of calendars are commonly used in South Korean culture. 

What are Lunar and Gregorian (solar) calendars. 

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