THE KOREA SOCIETY

Answer: B and C In Korea, at many restaurants, servers usually do not check on tables frequently like in some Western countries. Instead, customers actively call the staff when they are ready to order.

B. Ring the table bell — Many Korean restaurants have a call bell on the table that you press to get the server’s attention.

C. Raise your hand — If there is no bell, it is common to raise your hand or call out politely to the staff.

Answer: C 저기요 (jeogiyo)

In Korea, 저기요 is a common and polite way to call a waiter or get someone’s attention at a restaurant. It is similar to saying “Excuse me” in English.

a.안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo) = “Hello”
b.어서 오세요 (eoseo oseyo) = “Welcome” (what staff say to customers)
c.저기요 (jeogiyo) = “Excuse me” / “Over here”

So if you need service at a restaurant, you would say:

저기요!

Answer: B. I guess this is love. 

아무래도 사랑인가 봐 


아무래도 = “I guess,” “it seems,” “after all,” or “most likely” (expresses a feeling or conclusion based on clues)

사랑인가 봐 = “I think it’s love” / “It must be love”
→ The speaker is realizing that their feelings are probably love.

Answer: B. Without realizing it, I find myself smiling too. 

나도 모르게 따라 웃는데

나도 모르게 = “without even realizing it” / “before I know it”

따라 웃다 = “to smile/laugh along with someone” or “to find oneself smiling because someone else is smiling”

나도 모르게 따라 웃는데
Naturally starts smiling without intending to, influenced by the other person.
Without realizing it, I find myself smiling too.

Answer: B. No. Most people avoid phone calls on transit.

Explanation:
In Korea, people generally try to avoid talking on the phone while riding public transportation, especially on buses and subways. Speaking loudly on the phone can be considered disruptive or impolite because passengers usually value a quiet environment.

If someone needs to take a call, they often speak quietly, keep the conversation brief, or move to a less crowded area. Many people prefer texting or messaging apps instead of making phone calls while on transit. This reflects a broader Korean social etiquette of being considerate of others in shared spaces.

Answer: B. 실례합니다 (sillyehamnida)

Explanation:
실례합니다 means “Excuse me” and is used when you need to politely get someone’s attention, pass by someone, or apologize for a small interruption. For example, when walking through a crowded subway or a busy street, you can say “실례합니다” to politely ask people to make space.

• 저기요 (jeogiyo) = “Excuse me / Hey” — used to get someone’s attention, such as calling a server at a restaurant or starting a conversation.
• 안녕 (annyeong) = “Hi / Bye” — a casual greeting used with friends or people close to you.

So, when you need to move through a crowd, “실례합니다” is the most appropriate and polite expression.