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1. Even though this sport is considered the "national pastime" in the United States, it is also very popular in South Korea. Basic equipment includes a ball, bat, and glove. Which sport is this?
2. This martial art is practically synonymous with Korea. It is defined as, "the martial art of empty-handed self-defense." What is the name of this sport?
3. This immensely popular sport is as ubiquitous as Kimchi in Korea. It involves kicking a ball into a netted goal. Which sport is it?
4. This sport is played with rackets (paddles) and a relatively small celluloid ball on a table. What is the name of this sport?
5. "Ssireum" is the name of the sport. It is a traditional Korean sport which involves taking your opponent to the ground in some manner. It's a not too distant relative of Japanese Sumo. Which sport is the closest approximation?
6. This sport was invented in 1891 by a fellow named, James Naismith. The object is to place a ball into a hoop. There are five players on each team. What is the name of this sport?
7. The contemporary version of this sport originated in Scotland. The object is to strike a small dimpled ball with a club and place the ball in a cup in the shortest amount of strokes. What is the name of this game?
8. This sport is played with a racket and a shuttlecock on a rectangular court. What is the name of this sport?
9. This sport is a martial art distinctive to Korea and is increasing in popularity within the country. It is sometimes described as a combined form of judo and taekwondo. What is the name of this sport?
10. "So ssaum" is considered a traditional Korean sport but animals are the focus. It might be loosely translated as "tauromachy." Which animals participate in this sport?
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