South Korean

Where is the Korean Peninsula located in Asia?

• East Asia

• Northeast Asia

• Southeast Asia

• Central Asia

What percentage of Korea's land is covered with mountains?

• 50%

• 60%

• 75%

• 40%

Who appears on the 50,000₩ banknote?

• Shin Saimdang

• King Sejong

• Yi Sun-sin

• Kim Gu

What symbols are on the South Korean flag, and what do they represent?

• Only white color

• Only a red and blue circle

• A dragon on a yellow background

• Yin-yang, four trigrams, and white symbolizing peace

What is the name of the Korean writing system?

• Kanji

• Hangul

• Katakana

• Pinyin

When did English first get introduced to Korea?

• 1950-1953

• 1883

• 2000

• 1905

Why did English become widely introduced after the Korean War?

• Due to American influence, including U.S. military presence, economic aid, and cultural exchanges

• Because Korea made English an official language

• Because English replaced Korean in schools

• Due to the influence of British colonization

What is the status of English in South Korea today?

• It is the country’s official language

• It is not official but plays an important role in education and business

• It is rarely taught in schools

• It is only used by the military

Which of the following best describes South Koreans' attitude toward English?

• English is highly valued for education, business, and global opportunities

• English is seen as unnecessary for modern careers

• Most South Koreans refuse to learn English

• English is only used by the older generation

How is English proficiency commonly measured in South Korea?

• Through interviews

• Through writing essays

• Through standardized tests like TOEIC and TOEFL

• Through public speaking competitions