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This study set covers South Korea through
18 practice questions.
Explore the multifaceted transformations in South Korea, from its rapid AI adoption and evolving beauty standards to the demographic challenges and the dynamic shifts within its globally influential K-culture industries. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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South Korea's Shifting Sands: AI Boom, Demographic Dramas, and K-Culture's Evolving Landscape in 2025 study set below.
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1
What is the projected percentage of renewable energy in South Korea's energy mix by 2030, according to the draft of the 11th Basic Plan for Long-term Electricity Supply and Demand?
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A
15.5%
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B
21.6%
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C
28.9%
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D
32.9%
2
In 2024, South Korea's K-pop physical album sales saw a significant decrease. By what percentage did they drop?
3
Which country surpassed China in 2025 to become South Korea's largest cosmetics export destination?
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A
Japan
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B
United States
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C
Germany
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D
France
4
As of 2024, what is South Korea's total fertility rate (TFR), making it the lowest in the world?
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A
0.75
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B
0.85
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C
0.95
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D
1.05
5
South Korea has been rapidly increasing its AI adoption. What percentage of its working-age population was using AI by the second half of 2025, according to the AI Diffusion Report?
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A
18.5%
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B
25.2%
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C
30.7%
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D
41.1%
6
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism unveiled a five-year plan to grow the K-culture market to how much by 2030?
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A
150 trillion won
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B
216 trillion won
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C
300 trillion won
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D
500 trillion won
7
In 2025, which two generations are identified as particularly important target demographics with unique consumption patterns in South Korea's marketplace?
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A
Baby Boomers and Silent Generation
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B
Gen X and Millennials
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C
Teens and those in their 50s
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D
Gen Z and Millennials
8
What is the projected revenue for the South Korean webtoon industry in 2024, according to a survey published by the Korea Creative Content Agency?
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A
1.5 trillion won
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B
2.19 trillion won
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C
2.29 trillion won
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D
3.5 trillion won
9
According to the Brand Finance Global Soft Power Index 2025, what is South Korea's global ranking for Soft Power?
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A
5th
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B
8th
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C
12th
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D
15th
10
The framework act on the development of AI and the creation of a trustworthiness foundation, passed in December 2024, positions South Korea as the second region globally to implement such a comprehensive AI law, following which other region?
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A
United States
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B
European Union
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C
China
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D
Japan
11
In 2025, what percentage of consumers in South Korea reported preferring local brands, an increase from the previous year?
12
What is the projected installed wind power capacity target for South Korea by 2030?
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A
10.5 GW
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B
18.3 GW
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C
25.1 GW
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D
32.9 GW
13
The Lee Jae Myung administration aims to grow the K-culture market to 300 trillion won by 2030, up from an estimated 206 trillion won in which year?
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A
2021
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B
2022
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C
2023
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D
2024
14
Which specific event in late 2024 caused political turmoil in South Korea, leading to widespread protests?
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A
Presidential impeachment proceedings
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B
Sudden imposition of martial law
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C
A major cyberattack on government infrastructure
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D
The resignation of the entire cabinet
15
As of 2025, what percentage of South Korea's total power generation is derived from non-renewable energy (NRE) sources?
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A
10.6%
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B
17.5%
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C
21.6%
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D
32.9%
16
In 2025, what is the primary focus of South Korea's beauty standards, shifting away from extreme transformations?
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A
Surgical enhancements for V-line jaw
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B
Exaggerated eye makeup
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C
Natural radiance and wellness
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D
Aggressive anti-aging treatments
17
Which country's manga industry is the largest export market for Korean webtoons, accounting for 49.5% of exports?
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A
China
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B
United States
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C
Japan
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D
South Korea itself
18
The 'Korea Culture Cities' initiative aims to stimulate regional cultures. How many cities were newly designated under this program?
