Hanok

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/hanok

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the architectural origin?Developed during the Joseon Dynasty, beginning in the 14th century
2. What is the siting principle?Baesanimsu: Mountain at the back, water at the front
3. Why do Hanok face a mountain and a water body?The mountain at the back gives shelter from wind, and the water in front brings life and helps keep the house cool.
4. How do Hanok keep warm in winter and cool in summer?In the north, a square house with a courtyard keeps heat inside, while in the south, open L‑shaped houses let breezes flow to stay cool.

Joseon Dynasty: A Korean kingdom (1392-1897) that saw significant advancements in culture, science, and architecture.
Baesanimsu: A foundational Korean architectural principle emphasizing harmonious integration with natural topography.
Ondol: A sophisticated traditional Korean underfloor heating system that uses radiant heat from smoke.
Madang: The central courtyard in a Hanok, serving as a functional and social space.