WorksheetsSouth Korea Quiz
Total questions: 95
Worksheet time: 50mins
What percentage of the Korean peninsula's land area does South Korea make up?
About 25 percent
About 45 percent
About 55 percent
About 75 percent
What is the capital of South Korea?
Pyongyang
Tokyo
Seoul
Tsushima
South Korea is bordered by all of the following EXCEPT:
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea to the north
The East Sea (Sea of Japan) to the east
The Yellow Sea to the west
The Pacific Ocean to the south
The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between North and South Korea is approximately how wide?
2.5 miles (4 km)
150 miles (240 km)
38 miles (61 km)
53 miles (85 km)
What natural feature marks the approximate line of the military cease-fire between North and South Korea?
The Yellow Sea
The Taebaek Mountains
Latitude 38° N (the 38th parallel)
The Han River
Which mountain range runs in a roughly north-south direction along the eastern coastline of South Korea?
Mount Sŏrak
The Himalayas
The Taebaek Mountains
The Alps
What is the elevation of Mount Halla on Cheju Island?
5,604 feet
6,398 feet
6,283 feet
1,915 metres
Which of the following is the highest peak in South Korea?
Mount Sŏrak
Mount Halla
Mount Chiri
Mount Taebaek
How far is Ulleŭng from the mainland in the East Sea?
About 55 miles
About 85 miles
About 140 km
About 325 miles
Which sea experiences one of the most pronounced tidal variations in the world, with about 30 feet at Inch'ŏn?
East China Sea
Yellow Sea
Korea Strait
East Sea
What is the characteristic of South Korea's rivers during the winter?
What is the primary source of South Korea's soils?
Limestone and shale
Granite and gneiss
Volcanic ash and sediment
Clay and silt
Which type of soil in South Korea is characterized by having little humus content and results from the cold of the long winter season?
Sandy soil
Brown-coloured soil
Podzolic soil
Loamy soil
What climatic feature has the greatest influence on the climate of the Korean peninsula?
Proximity to the Pacific Ocean
Its mountainous terrain
Proximity to the main Asian landmass
Its coastal geography
How does the annual range of temperature in South Korea vary geographically?
It is greater in the south than in the north
It is greater along the coast than in the interior regions
It is greater in the north and in interior regions than in the south and along the coast
It is uniform across the country
What is the average monthly temperature for August, the warmest month, in South Korea?
In the low 20s °F
In the high 70s °F
In the mid-30s °F
Below freezing
Which area in South Korea is known to be the driest?
Taegu
Seoul
Cheju Island
T’aebaek Mountains
During which months does most of the annual precipitation in South Korea occur?
December-February
June-August
September-November
March-May
What type of weather events occasionally cause heavy showers and storms along the southern coast of South Korea?
Blizzards
Tropical cyclones
Dust storms
Heatwaves
How long does the frost-free season last on Cheju Island?
Less than 170 days
170 to 240 days
More than 240 days
It does not have a frost-free season
What has happened to the original forests due to the country's high population density and fuel needs?
They have expanded
They have been preserved
They have almost disappeared
They have been converted into agricultural land
Which types of trees are typical in the evergreen broad-leaved forests along the southern coast and on Cheju Island?
Oaks, maples, and pines
Camellias and camphor trees
Spruces, larches, and yews
Alders, zelkovas, and birches
What is the status of South Korea's fish, reptile, and amphibian species?
They are thriving due to conservation efforts
They are not affected by human activities
Many are threatened by intensive cultivation and environmental pollution
They are increasing in number due to strict environmental laws
What is the DMZ between North and South Korea known for in terms of nature?
It is a heavily polluted area
It is a de facto nature preserve
It is a commercial farming zone
It is an urban development area
What is the estimated time period for the inhabitation of the area by the population that genetic analysis in 2017 suggested Koreans were related to?
5,500 years
6,500 years
7,700 years
8,800 years
Which script is used in South Korea?
Kanji
Hangul
Chosŏn muntcha
Cyrillic
As of the information provided, which of the following countries is NOT mentioned as a source of foreign population in South Korea?
Mongolia
Japan
The United States
China
What is the Korean language classified as?
A Uralic language
An Altaic language
An Indo-European language
A Sino-Tibetan language
What has influenced the Korean language as a result of the American presence in the country since 1950?
The introduction of French words
The adoption of Russian phrases
The inclusion of English words and phrases
The use of Spanish loanwords
What is constitutionally guaranteed in South Korea regarding religion?
A) A state religion is mandated
B) Freedom of religion
C) Uniformity of religious belief
D) Buddhism as the national religion
Which of the following religions has not been abandoned but still influences Korean sociocultural development?
A) Shamanism
B) Daoism
C) Confucianism
D) All of the above
Approximately what fraction of the South Korean population professes Christianity?
A) One-fourth
B) One-third
C) One-half
D) One-sixth
Which religion was the official religion of the Koryŏ dynasty?
A) Confucianism
B) Christianity
C) Buddhism
D) Shamanism
What is Ch'ŏndogyo known as originally?
A) "Teaching of the Heavenly Way"
B) "Great Ancestral Religion"
C) "Eastern Learning"
D) "Wŏn Buddhism"
Ch'ŏndogyo is a blend of which of the following?
A) Buddhism and Confucianism
B) Confucianism, Christianity, and Daoism
C) Buddhism, Confucianism, Christianity, and Daoism
D) Christianity and Daoism
What was the basis of national ethics in Korea during the Chosŏn (Yi) dynasty?
Buddhism
Confucianism
Christianity
Shamanism
By the beginning of which century was South Korea's population growth rate almost negligible?
19th century
20th century
21st century
22nd century
What percentage of South Korea's population is classified as urban?
About one-third
About half
More than four-fifths
Less than one-fourth
After which war did a significant north-to-south movement of people occur in Korea?
World War I
World War II
Korean War
Vietnam War
Approximately how many Koreans emigrated to South Korea from the North during the north-to-south movement after the Korean War?
About one million
About two million
About three million
About four million
Which two countries have large resident populations of Koreans due to migration?
United States and Russia
China and Japan
Japan and Canada
China and United States
Since when has the South Korean economy experienced remarkable growth?
Since the early 1950s
Since the early 1960s
Since the early 1970s
Since the early 1980s
What was the primary driver for the growth of South Korea's highly industrialized economy?
The development of service-oriented industries
The abundance of natural resources
The development of export-oriented industries
The implementation of traditional agricultural methods
Which of the following industries were first targeted by South Korea's economic development plans starting in 1962?
High-technology industries such as automobiles, electronics, and information technology
Service-oriented industries
Textiles and light manufacturing
Heavy industries such as iron and steel
What are the large-scale projects of the emerging giant corporate conglomerates in South Korea known as?
Dongban
Chaebŏl
Soju
Hanbok
In what year did South Korea join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)?
1986
1996
2006
2016
As of the early 21st century, how does South Korea's per capita gross national income compare to most of its neighbours?
It is lower than most of its neighbours
It is about the same as most of its neighbours
It exceeds that of most of its neighbours
There is no available data to compare
What fraction of South Korea's area is cultivated for agriculture?
Less than one-tenth
Less than one-fourth
Less than one-half
More than one-half
What has been a recent trend in South Korean farm productivity despite the decrease and aging of the rural population?
It has remained the same
It has decreased significantly
It has been hampered by natural disasters
It has increased
What is considered the most important crop in Korea?
Ginseng
Rice
Barley
Potatoes
Which of the following agricultural products is valued for its superior quality and is exported from Korea?
Barley
Wheat
Ginseng
Potatoes
What are the top three agricultural products in Korea after rice?
Pork, beef, and milk
Barley, wheat, and soybeans
Fish, timber, and coal
Vegetables, fruits, and flowers
Which industry in Korea has developed based on imported wood?
Furniture manufacturing
Paper production
Plywood and veneer industry
Construction
What is South Korea known for in terms of fishing?
Being one of the world's major deep-sea fishing nations
Having the largest freshwater fisheries
Specializing in shellfish farming
Leading in the production of canned fish
Which of the following minerals is NOT listed as one of the most important reserves in South Korea?
Graphite
Gold
Copper
Tungsten
What accounts for more than half of the power produced in the country mentioned in the text?
Hydroelectricity
Nuclear power generation
Thermal electric-power generation
Petroleum
Since when did the power stations in the country described start to change from coal to oil?
1964
1974
1984
1994
Where are most electric-power production stations located in the country discussed?
Along the Han River, not far from Seoul
In P'ohang and Kwangyang
In the southeast region
Near the extraction centers of coal and iron ore
Which industry has declined from its former preeminence but remains important, especially in export trade?
Electronics
Textiles and other labour-intensive industries
Service industry
Information technology
Which area is the center for the country's manufacturing as mentioned in the text?
Seoul and its surrounding region
P'ohang and Kwangyang
Along the Han River
Southeast region
What type of industries grew to importance in the late 20th century in the country discussed?
Textiles and labour-intensive industries
Shipbuilding, motor vehicles, and electronic equipment
Petroleum refining and chemical industries
Agriculture and food processing
What is the official currency of South Korea?
Yen
Won
Dollar
Euro
Which institution is the central bank of South Korea?
Bank of Seoul
Bank of Asia
Bank of Korea
Korea Financial Bank
When did foreign branch banking become allowed in South Korea?
In the early 1960s
In the early 1990s
In 1987
In 1992
What agreement did South Korea enter with the International Monetary Fund to create a more stable economic structure?
Trade agreement
Debt restructuring agreement
Bailout agreement
Industrial expansion agreement
Which of the following is NOT a principal trading partner of South Korea?
United States
Japan
Brazil
Middle Eastern countries
What was the government system of South Korea known as after the constitutional referendum in 1987?
Fifth Republic
Sixth Republic
Seventh Republic
Fourth Republic
What is the constitutional structure of South Korea mainly patterned on?
The parliamentary system of the United Kingdom
The presidential system of the United States
The federal system of Germany
The semi-presidential system of France
Which of the following is NOT a branch of the government in South Korea's separation of powers?
The legislature
The executive
The judiciary
The military
Since what year has the president of South Korea been chosen by direct popular election for a single five-year term?
1980
1987
1990
2000
What is the highest executive body in South Korea called?
National Assembly
State Council
Grand National Party
Democratic Party
Who appoints the prime minister in South Korea?
The president
The State Council
The National Assembly
The people
How many members does the National Assembly of South Korea have?
200
250
300
350
South Korea is divided into how many provinces?
7
8
9
10
Which of the following is not a metropolitan city in South Korea?
Seoul
Pusan
Incheon
Kyoto
Who is empowered to interpret the constitution and all other state laws in South Korea?
The National Assembly
The President
The Supreme Court
The National Intelligence Service
What is the mandatory retirement age for the chief justice in South Korea?
65
70
75
80
How long is the term for a Supreme Court justice in South Korea, excluding the chief justice?
Four-year terms
Six-year terms
Eight-year terms
Ten-year terms
What is South Korea's main military objective?
To promote international peacekeeping
To maintain a large reserve force
To deter an attack by the North
To support United Nations missions
Which treaty with the United States plays a role in South Korea's defense strategy?
The Mutual Defense Treaty (1953)
The Armistice Agreement (1953)
The Security Treaty (1960)
The Peace Treaty (1951)
Which agency is responsible for civilian intelligence gathering in South Korea?
The National Assembly
The National Intelligence Service
The Korean Central Intelligence Agency
The Defense Security Command
After the Korean War, what aspect of medical services in South Korea improved to cover even remote rural areas?
Availability of medical services
Number of hospitals
Medical technology
Number of medical schools
What was the trend in life-expectancy and death rates in South Korea from the 1950s?
Life-expectancy decreased and death rates increased
Life-expectancy and death rates both increased
Life-expectancy and death rates both decreased
Life-expectancy increased and death rates decreased
Which of the following social welfare services is NOT mentioned as being provided by the South Korean government after the Korean War?
Public pensions
Unemployment insurance
Free housing for all citizens
Health insurance
What role did the United Nations agencies, civilian and military agencies of the United States, and private volunteer agencies play in South Korea after the Korean War?
They contributed to the economic downturn
They had no significant impact
They played a significant role in improving living conditions
They only provided military support
What disparity still exists in South Korea despite overall improvements in living conditions?
Between the quality of life of the rural and urban populations
Between the North and South Korea
Between different age groups
Between industrial and technology sectors
What was the government's response to the housing shortage caused by rapid urbanization in South Korea?
They reduced the rate of urbanization
They sponsored the creation of more than 2.5 million housing units
They imposed restrictions on city expansion
They increased taxes to discourage migration to cities
By the early 21st century, what percentage of South Korea's population lived in apartment buildings?
Less than 25%
About 50%
More than 75%
More than half
Which city services in South Korea have lagged behind the needs due to rapid growth?
Education and healthcare
Water, transportation, and sewage systems
Internet and telecommunications
Energy and electricity supply
How many years of primary school education are compulsory in South Korea?
Three years
Six years
Nine years
Twelve years
What fraction of high school graduates in South Korea go on to higher educational institutions?
About one-third
About half
About two-thirds
About four-fifths
What significant change occurred in South Korean higher education after World War II?
The number of primary schools increased.
The number of college-level institutions increased enormously.
High school education became compulsory.
Overseas study was banned.
What is required for admission to a college or university in South Korea?
A basic skills test
A recommendation letter
Passing a competitive entrance examination
Completion of community service
Which of the following universities is NOT mentioned as one of the most-prestigious schools located in Seoul?
Seoul National University
Korea University
Ewha Womans University
Pusan National University
In which period did overseas study, particularly in the United States, grow in popularity for South Koreans?
Early 19th century
Late 19th and early 20th centuries
Late 20th and early 21st centuries
Mid 21st century
