Intermediate Korean II Quizzes: Enhance Your Korean Proficiency

Question 1

Identify the Korean word for 'book'.

Accepted Answer

책

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펜

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문

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집

Question 2

Which of the following is a Western musical instrument?

Accepted Answer

Saxophone

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Gayageum

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Piri

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Janggu

Question 3

How do you say "Thank you" in Korean?

Accepted Answer

고맙습니다

Accepted Answer

감사합니다

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수고하셨습니다

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죄송합니다

Question 4

Which characteristic distinguishes the Korean writing system?

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Syllabary: Each character represents a syllable.

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Logographic: Each character represents a word or idea.

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Alphabet: Each character represents a sound.

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Ideographic: Characters express abstract concepts.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a traditional Korean musical instrument?

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Violin

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Gayageum

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Piri

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Samul nori

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a Korean writing system?

Accepted Answer

Romaja

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Hangul

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Hanja

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Gyeokja

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a traditional Korean musical instrument?

Accepted Answer

Guitar

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Gayageum

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Piri

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Janggu

Question 8

Which Korean drama depicts a forbidden romance between a North Korean soldier and a South Korean actress?

Accepted Answer

Crash Landing on You

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Descendants of the Sun

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Goblin

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The Heirs

Question 9

Which of the following is a modern genre of Korean music?

Accepted Answer

K-pop

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Gugak

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Samul nori

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Pansori

Question 10

Translate the Korean sentence "나는 책을 읽고 있어요" into English.

Accepted Answer

I am reading a book.

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I have read a book.

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I will read a book.

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I want to read a book.

Question 11

Translate the English phrase **beautiful woman** into Korean.

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아름다운 여자

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예쁜 여자

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멋진 여자

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귀여운 여자

Question 12

Which Korean drama takes place during the Joseon dynasty?

Accepted Answer

Sungkyunkwan Scandal

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Descendants of the Sun

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Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo

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Boys Over Flowers

Question 13

Translate the Korean phrase "안녕하세요" into English.

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Hello

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Goodbye

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Thank you

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Excuse me

Question 14

Describe the distinctive characteristics of the Korean writing system, highlighting its combination of phonetic and ideographic characters.

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The Korean writing system uniquely combines phonetic and ideographic characters.

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The Korean writing system solely employs phonetic characters, representing sounds.

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The Korean writing system is read from right to left, unlike English.

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The Korean writing system is renowned for its exceptional difficulty in learning.

Question 15

Which instrument is not traditionally used in Korean music?

Accepted Answer

Violin

Answer

Gayageum

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Janggu

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Piri

Question 16

Which of the following is a Western musical instrument commonly used in jazz and classical music, but not typically found in traditional Korean music?

Accepted Answer

Saxophone

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Gayageum

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Piri

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Janggu

Question 17

Translate the English phrase "I went to the store yesterday" into Korean.

Accepted Answer

저는 어제 가게에 갔습니다.

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나 어제 가게 가다.

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저는 가게에 어제 가다.

Question 18

Which instrument is not traditionally used in Korean folk music?

Accepted Answer

Guitar

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Gayageum

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Piri

Question 19

Which Korean film explores the complex relationship between a North Korean defector and a South Korean intelligence agent?

Accepted Answer

Joint Security Area

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Parasite

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The Host

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Memories of Murder

Question 20

How have Confucian ethics influenced the core values, societal norms, and behavioral patterns that shape Korean culture?

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Confucian ethics have shaped Korean culture in areas such as family structures, education, and interpersonal relationships.

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Confucian ethics have had no significant impact on Korean society.

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Confucian ethics promote individualism and self-reliance.

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Confucian ethics have fostered gender equality and encouraged women's education and careers.

Question 21

Translate the Korean word “사랑” into English.

Accepted Answer

Love

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Hate

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Friendship

Question 22

Which Korean musical instrument is known for its bamboo construction and produces a distinct, clear, and bright sound?

Accepted Answer

Daegeum

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Gayageum

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Janggu

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Piri

Question 23

Which Korean drama gained critical acclaim for its captivating depiction of a forbidden love story between a North Korean soldier and a South Korean actress?

Accepted Answer

Crash Landing on You

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Descendants of the Sun

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Guardian: The Lonely and Great God

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Itaewon Class

Question 24

How do you say "The weather is nice" in Korean?

Accepted Answer

날씨가 좋아요.

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날은 좀 추워요.

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비가 많이 옵니다.

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바람이 많이 불어요.

Question 25

Identify the sentence that correctly uses the Korean grammar structure '~ㄹ/을지라도 + verb stem + ~ㄹ 것이다/습니다' to express a concessive meaning:

Accepted Answer

Even if it rains, I will go out and play.

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Because it's raining, I won't go out and play.

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Even if it rains, I can't go out and play.

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Because it's raining, I'm going to go out and play.

Question 26

How has Korean media, including K-dramas and K-pop, influenced the spread of Korean culture and the rise of Hallyu?

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Korean media has significantly contributed to the spread of Korean culture and the development of Hallyu.

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Korean media has had little impact on Korean culture and Hallyu.

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Hallyu is primarily driven by government initiatives to promote Korean culture.

Question 27

다음 중 어떤 단어가 'book'에 해당하는가?

Accepted Answer

book

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desk

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pen

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paper

Question 28

다음 중 어떤 문장이 형용사를 정확하게 사용하고 있는가?

Accepted Answer

The book is big.

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The book big.

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Book big.

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Big the book.

Question 29

다음 중 어떤 문장이 복합문을 정확하게 사용하고 있는가?

Accepted Answer

I went to the library, and I read a book.

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I went to the library. I read a book.

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I go to the library. I read a book.

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I went to the library. So I read a book.

Question 30

다음 중 어떤 문장이 의문문을 정확하게 표현하고 있는가?

Accepted Answer

Did you go to the library?

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You go the library?

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Did go to the library?

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You went to library?

Question 31

다음 글에서 "교실"을 나타내는 단어를 고르세요:

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Classroom

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Student

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Teacher

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Desk

Question 32

다음 상황 중 "죄송합니다"라고 말하는 것이 적절한 경우는?

Accepted Answer

누군가에게 부딪혔을 때

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친구를 만났을 때

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길을 잃었을 때

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식당에서 주문을 했을 때

Question 33

다음 문장에서 동사 "가다"의 과거 시제로 바르게 고치세요: "저는 매일 학교에 ___."

Accepted Answer

went

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go

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goed

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go to

Question 34

어떤 단어가 "매우"를 의미하는가요?

Accepted Answer

Very

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A little

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So much

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The most

Question 35

다음 문장에서 목적어를 찾으세요: "The boy bought a gift for his girlfriend."

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Gift

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Boy

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Girlfriend

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Bought

Question 36

다음 중 어느 글자가 "ㄱ" 소리에 해당하는가요?

Accepted Answer

ㄱ

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ㅁ

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ㄷ

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ㄹ

Question 37

Trace the historical journey of Korean cuisine, exploring its origins, regional variations, and the impact of external factors.

Accepted Answer

Korean cuisine has evolved over time, influenced by geography, culture, and interactions with neighboring countries.

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Korean cuisine has remained largely unchanged throughout history, with minimal external influences.

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Globalization has been the primary driver of Korean cuisine's development, leading to a uniform culinary landscape across the country.

Question 38

한국 전통 예술인 서예, 회화, 도자기가 한국 문화적 가치와 미학을 보존하고 전수하는 데 어떻게 기여하는지 설명하세요.

Accepted Answer

서예는 한자를 아름답게 쓰는 기술을 보존하는 데 도움이 됩니다.

Accepted Answer

회화는 한국의 아름다운 풍경과 전통 의상을 묘사하는 데 사용됩니다.

Accepted Answer

도자기는 한국의 고대 도자 기술을 보여줍니다.

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이러한 전통 예술은 한국의 현대 문화에 영향을 미치지 않습니다.

Question 39

How has K-fashion's global popularity affected perceptions of Korean culture and global fashion trends?

Accepted Answer

K-fashion has significantly influenced perceptions of Korean culture and global fashion trends.

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K-fashion has mainly impacted fashion trends in East Asia.

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K-fashion has had little effect on how Korean culture is viewed globally.

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K-fashion's global popularity has led to a decline in traditional Korean fashion.

Question 40

Identify the sentence written in formal Korean and provide its meaning:

Accepted Answer

학교에 제가 가십니다

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학교에 제가 가요

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저는 학교에 간다

Question 41

How does the Korean language reflect the multifaceted history and culture of Korea?

Accepted Answer

Korean's intricate system of honorifics reflects the hierarchical nature of Korean society.

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Korean's abundance of Chinese loanwords highlights its cultural exchange with China.

Accepted Answer

Korean's unique writing system, Hangul, showcases its distinct history and cultural identity.

Question 42

In the sentence, '저는 한국어를 열심히 합니다.', what is the meaning of '합니다'?

Accepted Answer

I study Korean

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I am Korean

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I speak Korean

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I know Korean

Question 43

Which of the following is the Korean word for 'desk'?

Accepted Answer

desk

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chair

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bed

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table

Question 44

Translate the following sentence into Korean: 'The boy is playing soccer in the park.'

Accepted Answer

남자 아이는 공원에서 축구를 합니다.

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남자 아이는 축구를 공원에서 합니다.

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공원에서 남자 아이는 축구를 합니다.

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축구는 공원에서 남자 아이가 합니다.

Question 45

In the sentence, '저는 어제 시장에 갔습니다.', what is the meaning of '갔습니다'?

Accepted Answer

I went

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I go

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I will go

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I have gone

Question 46

Which of the following is the correct spelling of the Korean greeting 'Hello'?

Accepted Answer

안녕하세요

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안년하세요

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안니하세요

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안녕하셔요

Question 47

In the sentence, '학생들은 열심히 공부합니다.', what is the meaning of '합니다'?

Accepted Answer

The students are studying

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The students study

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The students will study

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The students studied

Question 48

Which architectural feature is NOT typically found in traditional Korean houses?

Accepted Answer

Marble flooring

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Ondol (heated flooring system)

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Giwa (tiled roof)

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Wooden framework

Question 49

Translate the following Korean sentence into English: "저는 음악을 듣고 있어요"

Accepted Answer

I'm listening to music

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I hear music

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I listen to music

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I am hear music

Question 50

What is a primary reason for the ongoing challenge of gender discrimination faced by Korean women in leadership roles?

Accepted Answer

Confucian gender roles are deeply rooted in Korean culture and society.

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Women generally lack the education and qualifications required for leadership positions.

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Government support for gender equality initiatives is insufficient.

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Korean businesses are not receptive to female leadership styles.

Question 51

Discuss the role of Hangeul, the Korean alphabet, in promoting literacy and fostering a sense of cultural identity in Korea.

Accepted Answer

Hangeul's phonetic nature and ease of learning have played a significant role in Korea's high literacy rates.

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Hangeul is an ancient script that has remained largely unchanged since its creation.

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Hangeul is exclusively used for written communication and does not play a role in spoken Korean.

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Hangeul's influence is limited to Korea and has not spread to other cultures or languages.

Question 52

How does Korean cuisine contribute to cultural exchange and tourism?

Accepted Answer

Korean cuisine promotes both cultural exchange and culinary tourism.

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Korean cuisine has no impact on cultural exchange or tourism.

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Korean cuisine promotes cultural tourism but not culinary exchange.

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Korean cuisine promotes culinary exchange but not cultural tourism.

Question 53

다음 문장의 주어는 무엇입니까? "학생들이 도서관에서 공부하고 있습니다."

Accepted Answer

학생들

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도서관에서

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공부하고 있습니다

Answer

학생들이 공부하고 있습니다

Question 54

존경하는 태도를 표현하는 표현은 무엇입니까?

Accepted Answer

수고하셨습니다

Answer

잘 지냈어요

Answer

안녕하세요

Answer

감사합니다

Question 55

"되다"를 사용한 수동태 문장에서 적용되는 문법적 규칙은 무엇입니까?

Accepted Answer

주어가 동작을 받음

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목적어가 동작을 함

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동작이 자동으로 수행됨

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주어가 동작을 하는 사람임

Question 56

다음 대화에서 화자가 표현하고자 하는 의도는 무엇입니까?
 화자: 지금 뭐 하세요?
 상대방: 밥 먹고 있어요.

Accepted Answer

상대방의 현재 행동 확인하기

Answer

상대방에게 밥을 권유하기

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상대방의 계획 묻기

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상대방을 비난하기

Question 57

아래 텍스트에서 명사로 쓰인 단어는 무엇입니까? "한국은 아름다운 나라이에요."

Accepted Answer

한국

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아름다운

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나라이에요

Answer

입니다

Question 58

어제 학교에 갔습니까?

Accepted Answer

어제 학교에 갔습니다.

Answer

학교에 어제 갔습니다.

Answer

아니요, 어제 학교에 갔습니다.

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어제 학교는 갔습니다.

Question 59

한국어에서 과거 시제를 나타내는 어미는 무엇입니까?

Accepted Answer

-았/었/였습니다

Answer

-았/었다/였습니다

Answer

-았/었/엿습니다

Question 60

"오늘 날씨가 안 좋아요"를 영어로 번역하세요.

Accepted Answer

The weather is not good today.

Answer

The weather is good tomorrow.

Answer

The weather is bad tomorrow.

Answer

The weather is good today.

Question 61

다음 중 올바른 **시제**를 선택하세요: "어제 영화를 봤어요."

Accepted Answer

과거 시제

Answer

현재 시제

Answer

미래 시제

Answer

진행 시제

Question 62

다음 중 한국어 **조사**의 올바른 의미를 선택하세요: "부터"

Accepted Answer

시작 시점을 나타냄

Answer

까지

Answer

위에

Question 63

다음 중 한국어 **문법**의 올바른 용법을 선택하세요: "이다" 체언절

Accepted Answer

명사로 사용됨

Answer

형용사로 사용됨

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동사로 사용됨

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부사로 사용됨

Question 64

한국어 **회화**에서 존중심을 표현하는 표현을 선택하세요.

Accepted Answer

-요

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-네

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-이다

Answer

-야