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In what year was the Gojoseon kingdom, founded by Dangun, believed to have been established?
In what year was the Gojoseon kingdom, founded by Dangun, believed to have been established?
Which state was called 'Choson' and considered an old name of Korea?
Which state was called 'Choson' and considered an old name of Korea?
Which kingdom overpowered both Goguryeo and Baekje?
Which kingdom overpowered both Goguryeo and Baekje?
Which dynasty conquered Choson and parts of Korea in 109-108 BCE?
Which dynasty conquered Choson and parts of Korea in 109-108 BCE?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three independent kingdoms that ruled Korea?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three independent kingdoms that ruled Korea?
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'Korean trace their history from a state called Gojoseon founded by Dangun' refers to the belief that Koreans may have come from where?
'Korean trace their history from a state called Gojoseon founded by Dangun' refers to the belief that Koreans may have come from where?
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What is the Korean name Choson derived from?
What is the Korean name Choson derived from?
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Which river is a major river originating in Jangsu-eup, North Jeolla Province in South Korea?
Which river is a major river originating in Jangsu-eup, North Jeolla Province in South Korea?
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What distinguishes the ancient Gojoseon kingdom from the later Joseon dynasty?
What distinguishes the ancient Gojoseon kingdom from the later Joseon dynasty?
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What is Korea romantically called by Dangun, the founder of the Gojoseon Kingdom?
What is Korea romantically called by Dangun, the founder of the Gojoseon Kingdom?
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Which war led to the division of Korea into a communist dictatorship in the North and a multi-party democracy in the South?
Which war led to the division of Korea into a communist dictatorship in the North and a multi-party democracy in the South?
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Which country has become an enclave of Christianity in East Asia over the last fifty years?
Which country has become an enclave of Christianity in East Asia over the last fifty years?
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What was the name of the kingdom that ruled Korea before the Koryo Kingdom?
What was the name of the kingdom that ruled Korea before the Koryo Kingdom?
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What invention is Choe Yu-ui credited with in 1234 AD?
What invention is Choe Yu-ui credited with in 1234 AD?
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What was the name of the dynasty that ruled Korea for the longest period of time?
What was the name of the dynasty that ruled Korea for the longest period of time?
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What was the capital city of the Joseon Dynasty?
What was the capital city of the Joseon Dynasty?
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What happened to Korea in 1905 during World War II?
What happened to Korea in 1905 during World War II?
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What is the national costume of Korea?
What is the national costume of Korea?
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What is the National Dish of Korea?
What is the National Dish of Korea?
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What is the famous tower in Korea?
What is the famous tower in Korea?
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What do you call the traditional house in Korea?
What do you call the traditional house in Korea?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Korea
- Korea is also known as the "Land of the Morning Calm" due to its calm and misty mornings.
- Korea has a history filled with sorrow and hardship, with a divide between North and South Korea after the war.
History of Korea
- The Korean name "Choson" derives from the Chinese name "Chaoxian", meaning "dawn" and "calm".
- Gojoseon Kingdom was founded by Dangun in 2333 BC, with its capital in present-day Pyongyang.
- The Han Dynasty conquered Choson in 109-108 BCE, introducing Chinese influences to Korea.
Three Kingdoms Era
- Three independent kingdoms ruled Korea: Silla, Baekje, and Goguryeo.
- The Silla Kingdom overpowered Goguryeo and Baekje, leading to a more Sinicized (Chinese-influenced) Korea.
Koryo Kingdom
- The Koryo Kingdom fought against the Mongol invasion for 45 years and maintained independence.
- Choe Yu-ui invented the world's first mechanical metal printing press in 1234 AD.
Yi Dynasty
- The Yi Dynasty ruled from 1392 to 1910, making it the longest-reigning kingdom in East Asia.
- This period was considered Korea's Golden Age, with the development of an easy alphabet (Hangul), literature, and free education.
Japanese Colonization andDivision
- Korea became a Japanese protectorate in 1905, with Japan exploiting Korea's resources.
- Koreans were discriminated against and treated as second-class citizens during Japanese rule.
- After WWII, Japan lost its territories, and Korea was divided into North and South Korea.
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Test your knowledge on South Korea's early history, including topics like the Gojoseon Kingdom and the origins of the Korean language. Click the provided link to answer the questions.
