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Nov 1: Quiz Questions and Answers💡 (Total Achieved 10)


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.

 

🎉 Check Your Quiz Results 🇰🇷

퀴즈 결과를 확인해보세요


How many out of 10 did you get right? 🤔

10개 중 몇 개를 맞혔나요?


8 or more: Wow, you’re practically Korean!

8개 이상: 와우, 당신은 진정한 한국인!


6 or more: Nice! You could totally live in Korea right now!

6개 이상: 오~ 지금 바로 한국에서 살아도 되겠는걸요!


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!


2 or more: Great start! Keep exploring Korean culture!

2개 이상: 좋은 시작이에요! 한국 문화를 더 알아가 봐요!

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