1) The term '1+1' in Korea refers to a deal where you buy one item and receive the same item for free.
TRUE
💡 Explain
The term '1+1' in Korea is used to indicate a promotional deal where purchasing one item entitles you to receive another identical item for free.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Is this a 1+1 deal?
B: Yes, you get another one for free if you buy this!
2) Which of the following statements about 2+1 deals generally in Korea is true?
① In 2+1 deals, you need to buy the additional item at a discounted price.
② 2+1 deals are only available in supermarkets.
③ 2+1 means you buy two and get one more of the same item for free.
④ 2+1 deals are not common in Korea.
③ 2+1 means you buy two and get one more of the same item for free.
💡 Explain
① This means that when you buy two of the same product, you get one additional item for free.
② These deals are available not only in supermarkets but also in many other shopping locations.
④ The term 2+1 is frequently used in Korea.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Why did you buy three bottles of soda?
B: It was a 2+1 deal, so I got one for free!
3) Which Korean punctuation mark is often used to show embarrassment, resembling the emoji 😅?
① Ellipsis (...)
② Tilde (~)
③ Semicolon (;)
④ Colon (:)
③ Semicolon (;)
💡 Explain
The semicolon (;) is often used in Korean texting to represent embarrassment, similar to the 😅 emoji, with the dots symbolizing sweat.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Did you really say that?
B: Yeah;;;;
4) In Korean texting, using multiple exclamation points can make your message seem more intense and emotional.
TRUE
💡 Explain
Using multiple exclamation points in Korean texting increases the intensity of the emotion being expressed.
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🔆 Sentence
Example 1. I'm so happy!!!
Example 2. Stop!!! I can't believe it!!!
Example 3. You look amazing!!!
🔆 Conversation
A: I won the lottery!
B: No way!!! That's incredible!!!!!!!!
5) In Korean texting culture, which punctuation mark is often used to express curiosity, and the intensity of curiosity can be shown by repeating it?
① Ellipsis (...)
② Exclamation Point (!)
③ Question Mark (?)
④ Semicolon (;)
③ Question Mark (?)
💡 Explain
In Korean texting culture, the question mark (?) is used to express curiosity. The more question marks you use, the more curious you are.
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🔆 Conversation
A: I have a surprise for you!
B: ??? What is it?
6) What does the term [pat-ppung] refer to?
① A Korean winter hat
② A fish-shaped bun with red bean filling
③ A popular Korean drama
④ A type of Korean tea
② A fish-shaped bun with red bean filling
💡 Explain
[pat-ppung] is short for 팥 붕어빵[pat bbung-eo-ppang], which is a fish-shaped bun filled with sweet red bean paste.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Have you tried [pat-ppung] before?
B: Yes, I love the sweet red bean filling!
7) Bungeoppang is a popular Korean snack that is typically enjoyed during the summer.
FALSE
💡 Explain
Bungeoppang is sold all year round, but it's actually a popular winter snack in Korea, often sold at street stalls during the colder months.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Why do people eat Bungeoppang more in the winter?
B: Because it's warm and comforting, perfect for cold weather.
8) The term [bung-se-kkwon] refers to an area or neighborhood near places that sell Bungeoppang.
TRUE
💡 Explain
The term [bung-se-kkwon] is a humorous blend of [bung-eo-ppang] (Bungeoppang) and [yeok-sse-kkwon] (station area), indicating areas where Bungeoppang is readily available.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Do you live near a [bung-se-kkwon]?
B: Yes, there's a stall just around the corner from my house.
9) Which sentence correctly describes the reason behind the popularity of PEPERO on November 11th in Korea?
① PEPERO Day is celebrated to honor the founder of Lotte.
② PEPERO Day is a sweet, romantic day in Korea where people exchange PEPERO to express their feelings.
③ November 11th is a national holiday in Korea dedicated to chocolate snacks.
④ PEPERO Day marks the anniversary of Lotte’s first store opening."
② PEPERO Day is a sweet, romantic day in Korea where people exchange PEPERO to express their feelings.
💡 Explain
PEPERO Day on November 11th is a romantic day in Korea where people exchange PEPERO to express their feelings, similar to Valentine's Day.
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🔆 Conversation
A: Why are convenience stores full of PEPERO today?
B: It's PEPERO Day! People exchange them to show love.
10) The name 'Nude PEPERO' was changed to 'Choco-filled PEPERO' in 2023.
TRUE
💡 Explain
The name was changed to Choco-filled PEPERO to better describe the product, where the chocolate is inside the biscuit.
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🔆 Conversation
A: I heard Nude PEPERO got a new name.
B: Yes, it’s now called Choco-filled PEPERO. But many Koreans still call it Nude PEPERO.
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How many out of 10 did you get right? 🤔
10개 중 몇 개를 맞혔나요?
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8 or more: Wow, you’re practically Korean!
8개 이상: 와우, 당신은 진정한 한국인!
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6 or more: Nice! You could totally live in Korea right now!
6개 이상: 오~ 지금 바로 한국에서 살아도 되겠는걸요!
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4 or more: Pretty good! With a bit more study, you’ll be a Korean culture expert!
4개 이상: 꽤 잘했어요! 조금만 더 공부하면 한국 문화 전문가!
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2 or more: Great start! Keep exploring Korean culture!
2개 이상: 좋은 시작이에요! 한국 문화를 더 알아가 봐요!
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