South Korea - True or False

Can you guess these True or False questions about South Korea (Republic of Korea)?

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Last updated: March 28, 2022

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1. Plastic Surgery is very rare in South Korea.

Actually, plastic surgery is very common in South Korea.

True

False

2. Using red ink in South Korea is extremely disrespectful.

In the ROK, they use red ink to show that a person is either dead or close to dying. When someone writes their name in red ink, it's a pretty bad sign.

True

False

3. Taekwondo is 100% South Korean.

Although it is popular in Japan, this form of Martial Arts is completely South Korean.

True

False

4. It is considered rude to eat dogs in South Korea.

In South Korea, they eat dogs as a cultural thing. But now, it is becoming controversial and a much less popular option

True

False

5. Instead of "Cheese!" they say "Kimchi" to get everyone to smile for a photo.

Kimchi is a pickled cabbage side dish.

True

False

6. Beards are very popular in South Korea.

A man with a beard is considered dirty in South Korea,

True

False

7. Cherry Blossoms are native to South Korea.

Cherry Blossoms are native to somewhere in Eurasia.

True

False

8. The number 18 is considered unlucky in South Korea.

The number 4 is considered unlucky, because it sounds like the word 'Death' in Korean.

True

False

9. When South Koreans are born, they are already considered one years old.

This is why idols have an international age (one year less than their Korean age).

True

False

10. It’s common to ask about blood types in South Korea.

One of the common facts is that Koreans think there is some significance to their blood type. Their neighbors in Japan are also similar in that way. While people in other countries may or may not know their blood type, every South Korean certainly does know theirs.

True

False

11. Leaving your plate at the table in South Korea isn't rude.

No, I'm pretty sure this is rude everywhere.

True

False

12. South Koreans brush their teeth after lunch.

False rumor.

True

False

13. South Korea is home to Jeju Island.

True