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What material was commonly used to build walls in traditional Korean architecture?
What material was commonly used to build walls in traditional Korean architecture?
What is the name of the measurement unit used in Korean architecture to measure the distance between two posts?
What is the name of the measurement unit used in Korean architecture to measure the distance between two posts?
What is a characteristic feature of Korean architecture?
What is a characteristic feature of Korean architecture?
During which period was Buddhism introduced to Korea from China?
During which period was Buddhism introduced to Korea from China?
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What is the name of the ancient Korean period that spans from the Neolithic era to the 7th century AD?
What is the name of the ancient Korean period that spans from the Neolithic era to the 7th century AD?
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Which dynasty is known for its magnificent temples and pagodas?
Which dynasty is known for its magnificent temples and pagodas?
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What is the name of the unified kingdom that emerged in the 7th century AD?
What is the name of the unified kingdom that emerged in the 7th century AD?
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What is a characteristic feature of Korean roofs?
What is a characteristic feature of Korean roofs?
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Which language family did the ancient Korean people likely originate from?
Which language family did the ancient Korean people likely originate from?
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What was the name of the Korean writing system adopted in the 2nd century BC?
What was the name of the Korean writing system adopted in the 2nd century BC?
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Which dynasty united Korea in 936?
Which dynasty united Korea in 936?
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What was the name of the Korean alphabet created in the 14th century?
What was the name of the Korean alphabet created in the 14th century?
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What was the nickname given to Korea during the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty?
What was the nickname given to Korea during the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty?
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When was Korea annexed by Japan?
When was Korea annexed by Japan?
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In which century did the Mongol invasions occur in Korea?
In which century did the Mongol invasions occur in Korea?
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When did Korea become a tributary state to the Mongols?
When did Korea become a tributary state to the Mongols?
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What architectural style was typical of normal houses in the Joseon Dynasty?
What architectural style was typical of normal houses in the Joseon Dynasty?
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What was the primary ideology that influenced the architecture of the Joseon Dynasty?
What was the primary ideology that influenced the architecture of the Joseon Dynasty?
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What is the name of the UNESCO World Heritage Site mentioned in the text?
What is the name of the UNESCO World Heritage Site mentioned in the text?
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In what year was the Joseon Dynasty founded?
In what year was the Joseon Dynasty founded?
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What type of buildings were constructed for the aristocracy in Seoul and provincial cities?
What type of buildings were constructed for the aristocracy in Seoul and provincial cities?
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What was the result of the shift towards Neo-Confucianism in the Joseon Dynasty?
What was the result of the shift towards Neo-Confucianism in the Joseon Dynasty?
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What is the name of the landscape painting mentioned in the text?
What is the name of the landscape painting mentioned in the text?
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What was the cultural inheritance of the Joseon Dynasty?
What was the cultural inheritance of the Joseon Dynasty?
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Study Notes
Korea Overview
- Korea is a geographic region in East Asia, divided into two sovereign states: North Korea and South Korea.
- Located on the Korean Peninsula, bordered by China to the northwest, Russia to the northeast, and separated from Japan to the east by the Korea Strait and Sea of Japan.
- Separated from Taiwan to the south by the East China Sea.
Origins of the Korean People
- Archaeological and linguistic evidence suggest the origins of the Korean people may have been Altaic Language-speaking people from south-central Siberia.
- Populated ancient Korea in successive waves from the Neolithic age to the Bronze Age.
History
- Adoption of the Chinese writing system (“HANJA" in Korean) in the 2nd century BC had a profound effect on the Three Kingdoms of Korea.
- Buddhism was introduced in the 4th century AD.
- Unified by Emperor Taejo of the Goryeo Dynasty in 936.
- The Mongol invasions in the 13th century weakened the nation, which was forced to become a tributary state.
- Replaced by the Joseon Dynasty in 1388.
Joseon Dynasty
- Marked by relative peace and saw the creation of the Korean alphabet HANGUL by King Sejong the Great in the 14th century.
- Rise in influence of Confucianism in the country.
- Isolationist policy earned it the Western nickname the “Hermit Kingdom".
- Annexed by Japan in 1910, remained so until the end of World War II in August 1945.
Joseon Architecture
- Defined as from the 14th century to the beginning of the 20th century.
- Characterized by naturalistic tendencies, simplicity, economy of shape, and the avoidance of extremes.
- Typically exhibits a quiet inner harmony.
- Features multi-bracket designs in royal palaces and Buddhist temples, and columnhead bracket designs in lower-status buildings.
Periods of Korean Architecture
- Ancient Korean Period (Neolithic – 7th Century A.D.): dolmen, primitive tombs, primitive houses.
- Three Kingdoms Period (57 AD – 667 AD): ancient Korea kingdoms of Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla.
- United Silla Period (7th-10th Century A.D.): unification of the Korean peninsula into the kingdom of United Silla, introduction of Buddhism.
- Goryeo Period (10th-14th Century A.D.): inspired by Buddhism, magnificent temples, and pagodas.
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This quiz is about the geography of Korea, including its location, borders, and neighboring countries. Learn about the Korean Peninsula, the Sea of Japan, and more.
