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TRUE OR FALSE: There are 10 consonants and 14 vowels in Hangeul.

FALSE: There are 14 consonants and 10 vowels.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Hangeul (Hunminjeongum) was invented in 1446.

FALSE: Though Hangeul was invented in 1443, it was published in a book in 1446.

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What writing system was being used before Hangeul (Hunminjeongum)?

Chinese writing

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What was invented in 1443?

Hangeul (Hunminjeongum)

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What is the name of the day that celebrates Hangeul?

Hangeul Day

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TRUE OR FALSE: Before the name Hangeul, the writing was called Joseon.

FALSE: It was called Hunminjeongum (훈민정음)

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Why didn't every Korean know how to read and write the Chinese letters?

Because it took many years of education but only the rich upper class Koreans could afford.

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How do we know the purpose and meaning of Hangeul?

From the book Hunminjeongum Haeryebon that was published to teach the new writing to the people.

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When was Hangeul invented?

1443

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Go to first place!

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Give 15 points!

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TRUE OR FALSE: Koreans spoke Chinese before Hangeul (Hunminjeongum) was invented.

FALSE: Even though Chinese writing was used, the Korean language was spoken.

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TRUE OR FALSE: The lines of the vowels represent the earth, sky/sun and mankind.

TRUE: vertical line = man, horizontal line = earth, short line = sky/sun.

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TRUE OR FALSE: The official writing of South Korea is the English Alphabet.

FALSE: It is Hangeul.

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Why did King Sejong create Hangeul (Hunminjeongum)?

To help the people who couldn't read Chinese writing so that everyone can read and write.

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