
South Korea Exam Chief Resigns Over 'Insane' English Test
The head of South Korea's national college entrance exam has resigned after the English section was criticized as excessively difficult and confusing for students.
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The head of South Korea's national college entrance exam has resigned after the English section was criticized as excessively difficult and confusing for students.

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