How much did the average South Korean earn after the war?
$79 per year
Why does South Korea have one of the world's richest economies?
About one- third of all phones and TVs are made there. People of this nation are among the world's most educated. Unemployment is low, job security is high.
What are the characteristics of a capitalist country? Give an example of a capitalist country.
The U.S. is a capitalist country. That means that some people are rich, and some are poor. Resources are distributed unevenly. Businesses are private-owned.
According to the article, what is a "Demilitarized Zone"?
The border between North and South Korea which should be free from military installations.
What are the characteristics of a communist country? Give an example of a communist country.
The Soviet Union has a communist system. That means everybody supposedly gets the same. Resources are distributed more evenly. Businesses are Government-owned.
Which nation lies immediately to the south of North Korea?
South Korea
Why did China get involved in the war between the 2 Koreas and what did they do?
China supported North Korea. China got involved after the USA did and pushed the Americans and South Koreans back.
What is another name given to South Korea?
The Republic of Korea
How big is North Korea?
46,000 square mile
What is Juche?
An idea of self-reliance it includes no trade with other nations.
What is another name that some people call North Korea?
Hermit Kingdom
Why did North Korea enter a long period of famine during the 80s and 90s?
The Soviet Union fell apart and so they were no longer receiving contributions.
As of 2012 how much does the average south Korean earn?
$32,020
Which country supported North Korea?
China and the Soviet Union
Why did the USA get involved in the war between the 2 Koreas and what did they do?
The USA supported South Korea. The North attacked and took over much of South Korea. The USA jumped in and pushed the North Koreans back to the Chinese border.
When was the Democratic People's Republic of Korea founded?
In 1945 after World War II
Where is North Korea located in relation to China?
Off the east coast
Which is the largest country that was previously a part of the Soviet Union?
Russia
When did the two Koreas go to war?
1950
Which country supported South Korea when the country was born?
The United States
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