All You Need To Know About World's Toughest Exam
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16 November 2024
Held every November, this intense, eight-hour-long test plays a pivotal role in determining a student's future
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It consists of five subjects: Korean, Mathematics, English, Korean History, and either Social Studies or Science
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The schedule is gruelling, with students sitting for exams lasting between 80 to 107 minutes per subject
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There are short 20-minute breaks between each subject, with a 50-minute break for lunch
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Following lunch, the English exam involves a listening section, during which candidates must write answers based on what they hear
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In preparation, students in South Korea undergo several mock tests to evaluate their readiness
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Three mock exams are commonly organised, allowing students to gauge their progress
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On the day of the exam, the entire country takes steps to ensure students are not delayed in reaching the testing centres
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The government and local authorities work to minimise traffic congestion, and companies are instructed to start work later than usual
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This exam is a make-or-break moment, determining university placements, future job prospects, and even social status
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