What is the term for the worldwide popularity of Korean pop culture, including music, dramas and film?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Hallyu, or the Korean Wave
- Step 1: The phenomenon began in the late 1990s. Step 2. It means the Korean Wave. Answer: Hallyu, or the Korean Wave. Why not the others: The others are Korean words for dress, script and houses.
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