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1. If a member of a group is the "maknae," then they are the...

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The term "maknae" is commonly used in Korean pop culture to refer to the youngest member of a group. Therefore, if a member is referred to as the "maknae," it means that they are the youngest member of the group.

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This quiz was originally for my AP Psych Application Project in which I analyzed if this quiz was a valid and reliable judge of kpop IQ. I discovered... see morewhich questions were accurate and replaced the ones that weren't. Now, this quiz should be a good representation of your kpop knowledge! Enjoy!Copyright - sdno35 PS - This was made in Jan. 2010. No question's answer is one that might change over time, however some artists, songs, etc. May go out of style over time and not reflect up-to-date kpop knowledge. Please be aware of this if you are taking this in the far future! see less

2. Onew is a member of which Idol group?

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Onew is a member of the idol group SHINee.

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3. Which is not a major Kpop management label?

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MBC is not a major Kpop management label. SM, JYP, and YG are well-known and prominent Kpop management labels in the industry. MBC, on the other hand, is a major South Korean broadcast network and does not primarily focus on managing Kpop artists.

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4. How many members are in 2NE1?

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The correct answer is 4 because 2NE1 is a South Korean girl group that originally consisted of four members: CL, Bom, Dara, and Minzy. They debuted in 2009 and gained popularity both in South Korea and internationally. However, in 2016, Minzy left the group, and since then, 2NE1 has continued as a three-member group.

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5. How many members are in Girls Generation / SNSD?

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Girls Generation, also known as SNSD, is a South Korean girl group. The correct answer is 9 because there are 9 members in the group.

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6. HyunA, currently a member of _________, was originally a member of ________.

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HyunA, currently a member of 4minute, was originally a member of Wonder Girls.

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7. Match the idol group with the fanclub name, in order: Big Bang, FT Island, DBSK, 2pm, Bi

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The correct answer matches the idol group with their respective fanclub names in the correct order. The fanclub name for Big Bang is VIPs, for FT Island is Primadonnas, for DBSK is Cassiopeias, for 2pm is Hottests, and for Bi is Clouds.

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8. Who is the leader of Big Bang?

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G-Dragon is the leader of Big Bang. He is a South Korean rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. G-Dragon has been the leader of Big Bang since their debut in 2006. He is known for his unique style and musical talent, and has played a significant role in shaping the group's sound and image. G-Dragon has also achieved success as a solo artist, further establishing himself as a prominent figure in the K-pop industry.

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9. Which music program is not Korean?

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The correct answer is Music Station because it is not a Korean music program. Inkigayo, Music Bank, and Music Core are all popular music programs in South Korea. However, Music Station is a Japanese music program that airs on TV Asahi.

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10. Which artist/group is not under YG Entertainment?

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2pm is not under YG Entertainment.

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11. Which of these idols are siblings?

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Dara and Thunder are siblings.

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12. Which song is not a Super Junior song?

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"Mirotic" is not a Super Junior song. The other three options, "Sorry Sorry," "It's You," and "Happiness," are all popular songs by Super Junior. "Mirotic" is actually a song by the South Korean boy band TVXQ.

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13. "Chu<3" is a song by which rookie group?

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"Chu

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14. What is the Wonder Girls' debut US single?

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The correct answer is "Nobody" because it was the Wonder Girls' debut US single. This song was released in 2009 and gained significant popularity, peaking at number 76 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The Wonder Girls are a South Korean girl group, and "Nobody" was their breakthrough song internationally, helping them gain recognition in the US market.

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15. Which group debuted FIRST?

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S.E.S debuted before SNSD, SS501, and SHINee.

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16. What is "Noraebang"?

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Noraebang is a Korean karaoke, where people can rent private rooms to sing along to their favorite songs. It is a popular form of entertainment in South Korea, where friends and colleagues gather to enjoy singing and socializing. The term "noraebang" translates to "singing room" in English, and it has become a significant part of Korean culture.

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17. Please match the corresponding dance moves and songs, in order: "Saucy Hip Sway", "Butt Dance", "Finger Wag"

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The correct answer matches the dance moves and songs in the following order: "Abracadabra" - Brown Eyed Girls, "Mister" - Kara, "I Don't Care" - 2NE1.

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18. Which idol group member left his group after a controversy surrounding Myspace comments? 

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Jaebum left his group after a controversy surrounding Myspace comments.

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19. What was the alternative-style concept for 2pm's "Heartbeat" routine?

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The alternative-style concept for 2pm's "Heartbeat" routine was zombies. This means that the performance or music video featured the members of 2pm portraying or incorporating elements of zombies in their choreography or visuals.

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20. Jessica, of SNSD, sang a song about a type of noodle with Park Myeong Soo. What type of noodle was it?

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Jessica of SNSD collaborated with Park Myeong Soo to sing a song about a type of noodle called Naengmyeon.

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If a member of a group is the "maknae," then they are the...
Onew is a member of which Idol group?
Which is not a major Kpop management label?
How many members are in 2NE1?
How many members are in Girls Generation / SNSD?
HyunA, currently a member of _________, was originally a member of...
Match the idol group with the fanclub name, in order: Big Bang, FT...
Who is the leader of Big Bang?
Which music program is not Korean?
Which artist/group is not under YG Entertainment?
Which of these idols are siblings?
Which song is not a Super Junior song?
"Chu<3" is a song by which rookie group?
What is the Wonder Girls' debut US single?
Which group debuted FIRST?
What is "Noraebang"?
Please match the corresponding dance moves and songs, in order: "Saucy...
Which idol group member left his group after a controversy surrounding...
What was the alternative-style concept for 2pm's "Heartbeat" routine?
Jessica, of SNSD, sang a song about a type of noodle with Park Myeong...
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