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Western perception on Korean culture influenced by K-dramas

Hello, my name is Fauve and this survey is part of my thesis researchproject exploring on how Korean dramas (K-dramas) influence the Western viewers opinion, attitudes and stereotypes about Korean culture. The survey is anonymous and takes approximately 7-15 minutes to complete. Thank you so much for your participation!

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Western perception on Korean culture influenced by K-dramas
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What is your age?

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What is your gender?

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What country are you from?

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Have you ever watched a K-drama?

If you have any doubts, Squid Game is a K-drama!
Western perception on Korean culture influenced by K-dramas
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How often do you watch K-dramas?

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Approximately how many K-drama’s have you watched?

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How did you first discover K-dramas?

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Wachting K-dramas has increased my interest in Korean culture.

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K-dramas portray a realistic image of Korean society.

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K-dramas have given me a more positive image of Korea.

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K-dramas have reinforced certain stereotypes about Korea (e.g., everyone is attractive, wealthy, romantic, etc.).

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After watching K-dramas, I would like to visit South-Korea

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Western perception on Korean culture influenced by K-dramas
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Which aspects of Korean culture stands out the most to you in K-dramas?

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Did K-dramas introduce you to other Korean cultural elements (e.g., K-pop, food, fashion, skincare, etc.).

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Do you feel that K-dramas have influenced your view of Asian people or cultures in general?

Please explain.
Western perception on Korean culture influenced by K-dramas
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Do you think k-dramas gave you a more realistic or distorted image of Korea?

Please explain if you can.
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Have you ever noticed that your expectations about Korea or Koreans were shaped by what you saw in K-dramas?

Can you give an example?
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What do you think about how how gender roles, relationships, and social hierarchy are portrayed in K-dramas?

Please explain.
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Is there anything esle you would like to share about how K-dramas have influenced your view of Korea? (optional)

Thank you so much for your answers! Have a nice day/afternoon/evening/night!
Western perception on Korean culture influenced by K-dramas