Which gate of Seoul's old city wall, officially named Sungnyemun, is popularly known as the Great South Gate?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Namdaemun
- Step 1: The Joseon capital was ringed by a wall with four main gates and four smaller ones. Step 2. Sungnyemun was built in 1398, so its popular name comes from its position on the south side. Answer: Namdaemun. Why not the others: Dongdaemun is on the east, Gwanghwamun belongs to a palace and Sukjeongmun is on the north.
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