See How Much You Know About South Korea

Youths ride bicycles in Yeouido Park in Seoul.
Youths ride bicycles in Yeouido Park in Seoul. Ed Jones/AFP/Getty Images

Test your knowledge of South Korea, from its thriving economy to its relations with the North.

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February 26, 2019 10:32 am (EST)

Youths ride bicycles in Yeouido Park in Seoul.
Youths ride bicycles in Yeouido Park in Seoul. Ed Jones/AFP/Getty Images
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Test your knowledge of countries, history, economics, foreign policy, and more.

South Korea’s leadership has supported U.S. President Donald J. Trump in his pursuit of talks with the long-isolated North, encouraging both sides to make concessions. Find out how much you know about this dynamic Asian nation.

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