[Long] Concrete Boxes

#Economy

The cost of South Korea’s rapid growth

Updated: 2024.06.12

5 min read · Advanced

[Long] Concrete Boxes

[긴 지문] 콘크리트 상자 아파트

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Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

What are your impressions of Gangnam, Seoul? Explain.

서울 강남에 대한 인상은 어떠세요? 설명해 주세요.

In your opinion, what are the pros and cons of living in Seoul, a fast-paced, technologically advanced city?

빠르게 변화하는 첨단 기술 도시인 서울에 사는 것의 장단점은 무엇이라고 생각하시나요?

Owning an apartment in South Korea is seen as a status symbol. What are some status symbols in your country or culture?

한국에서 아파트를 소유하는 것은 지위의 상징으로 여겨집니다. 여러분의 국가나 문화권에서는 어떤 지위의 상징이 있나요?

Do you think there is a trade-off between functionality and aesthetics in urban design? Explain.

도시 디자인에서 기능성과 미학 사이에 상충되는 부분이 있다고 생각하시나요? 설명해 주세요.

Do you agree that artistic living spaces contribute to a sense of community and well-being? Why or why not?

예술적인 주거 공간이 공동체 의식과 웰빙에 기여한다는 데 동의하시나요? 그렇거나 그렇지 않은 이유는 무엇인가요?

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

flank

the side of a person's or animal's body between the ribs and the hip; to be situated on each side of or on one side of something

Ví dụ

The soldiers advanced, with tanks flanking them on both sides.

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A small stream flanked the path through the forest.

impeccable

in accordance with the highest standards; faultless

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Her performance was impeccable, earning her a standing ovation.

Ví dụ

He was known for his impeccable manners and professional demeanor.

rampant

spreading unchecked and uncontrolled

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My friend was hesitant to move into a neighborhood closer to his office because of the rampant violence in the community.

Ví dụ

According to a rampant rumor, Amy and Emma cut off all ties.

overlook

fail to notice

Ví dụ

The teacher overlooked her absence, mainly because she was always present.

Ví dụ

If we overlook small mistakes, the powerpoint was not too bad.

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