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.
Another word for "fighting spirit," in South Korean sports.
What is, hungry spirit.
Korea's official monetary unit.
What is, the won.
Children will (blank) to elders at the start of the Lunar New Year
Bow
Hanok refers to (blank), built in traditional Korean style.
What is, houses.
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.
Korean sports culture was developed based on what?
What is, martial arts.
In Seoul and other major South Korean cities, transportation cards give you access to (blank).
What are buses, subways, and taxis.
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.
Hangeul Proclemation Day celebrates what?
What is the invention and proclamation of the Korean writing system.
An iconic Korean dish made of fermented combinations of vegetables mixed with seasoning.
Can include fermented seafood.
What is Kimchi.
Korea's most popular sports are...
What is, baseball and football.
What famous location is portrayed by this image?
Hint: The location represents 6 decades of peace.
What is the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)
What philosophy is South Korea centered around?
What is, Confucianism.
There is a large market for (blank) in touristy areas of South Korea.
What is...
- skin care
- stationary
- groceries
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.
When and where was the last Summer Olympics held in South Korea?
(Be as specific as possible)
What is 1988 in Seoul.
Korea's Political system
What is, Liberal Democracy, Presidential System
In Andong, dancers with their faces covered perform in a festival. This festival is called...
What is, Andong Mask Dance Festival
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.
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.
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.
What holiday takes place March 9th?
Presidential Election
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...
(Doljabi is the custom that predicts the 1 year old's future).
These two kinds of calendars are commonly used in South Korean culture.
What are Lunar and Gregorian (solar) calendars.