Korean History and the DMZ Quiz

Demilitarized zone, 8 to 10 km on either side of the Korean border.

International zone where diplomatic meetings occur between the two Koreas.

Visiting sites associated with death and tragedy, like Mount Odu near the border.

Chancellor who worked to unite East and West Germany, similar to efforts for Korean unity.

Barrier built in 1961 to divide East and West Berlin, paralleling Korea's division.

The conflict from 1950-1953 between North and South Korea, influenced by Cold War tensions.

The 38th parallel became the border separating North and South Korea after the Korean War.

The rivalry between the US and USSR that shaped the Korean War and its outcomes.

Ceasefire that ended active fighting in the Korean War but didn't establish a peace treaty.

A buffer zone established along the 38th parallel to prevent invasions by either side.

A communist state governed by the Kim dynasty established post-World War II.

A democratic system established in the southern part of Korea post-World War II.

The separation of Korea into North and South along the 38th parallel after WWII.