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South Korea exam chief quits after complaints English test was too hard

news.movim.eu / TheGuardian • 5 days ago - 11:08

Notoriously difficult entrance exam is regarded as gateway to economic security and even a good marriage

The chief organiser of South Korea’s notoriously gruelling university entrance exams has resigned – after complaints that an English test he designed was too difficult.

Passing the exam, known locally as the Suneung , is essential for admission to prestigious universities and regarded as a gateway to upward social mobility, economic security and even a good marriage.

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