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What was the primary goal of the New Village (Saemaul) Movement introduced in 1970?
What was the primary goal of the New Village (Saemaul) Movement introduced in 1970?
- To encourage rural population to modernize the shipbuilding industry
- To promote passive and disheartened attitudes among rural communities
- To discourage rural population from becoming hopeful and active
- To empower rural people to develop their villages and improve living conditions (correct)
Which industries were selected as the most important in the race for economic growth?
Which industries were selected as the most important in the race for economic growth?
- Agriculture and healthcare
- Textile and automotive
- Tourism and hospitality
- Steel and non-ferrous metals (correct)
What role did ambitious entrepreneurs play in Korea's economic growth?
What role did ambitious entrepreneurs play in Korea's economic growth?
- They discouraged the workforce from acquiring new skills
- They hindered the government's efforts to boost exports
- They responded well to government incentives to increase exports and develop new industries (correct)
- They focused solely on traditional industries
What was a key factor contributing to Korea's economic growth according to the text?
What was a key factor contributing to Korea's economic growth according to the text?
How did the New Village (Saemaul) Movement aim to transform the spirit of the people?
How did the New Village (Saemaul) Movement aim to transform the spirit of the people?
What was the impact of Korea sharing knowledge from the Saemaul Movement with developing countries?
What was the impact of Korea sharing knowledge from the Saemaul Movement with developing countries?
What strategy did Korea use to encourage rural population according to the text?
What strategy did Korea use to encourage rural population according to the text?
Which group in Korea's workforce was described as capable in the text?
Which group in Korea's workforce was described as capable in the text?