Instructions
Welcome, participant. Your challenge is to complete the following tasks across nine different subjects. Each task is inspired by the games and themes from Squid Game. Use your knowledge and creativity to succeed. Good luck!
Art
The guards in the game wear masks with a circle, triangle, or square. Design a new mask for a high-ranking Front Man or a new type of guard. What shape or symbol would you use and why is it significant? Sketch your design in the box below and write a short explanation of your choice.
Explanation:
English
The word "gganbu" (깐부) is very important in the marble game. In the show, it's explained as a neighborhood friend you share everything with; a trusted partner. Write a short paragraph describing what qualities you think a good "gganbu" should have.
Foreign Language (Korean)
The show is from South Korea, so let's learn some Korean! Match the Korean phrase or word from the show to its English meaning by drawing a line.
| Korean | English Meaning |
| 1. 무궁화 꽃이 피었습니다 (Mugunghwa kkochi piotsseumnida) | A. Honeycomb toffee candy |
| 2. 오징어 (Ojingeo) | B. Close friend / partner |
| 3. 달고나 (Dalgona) | C. The hibiscus flower has bloomed ("Red Light, Green Light") |
| 4. 깐부 (Gganbu) | D. Squid |
History
Many challenges in Squid Game are based on traditional children's games from Korea. The first game, "Red Light, Green Light," has similar versions all over the world. Research and name one other country where a similar "statue" game is played and what that game is called there.
Country:
Name of Game:
Math
The total prize money was 45.6 billion Korean Won (₩45,600,000,000) for 456 players. This means each player's life was valued at 100,000,000 Won for the game.
If there were only 218 players who joined the game instead of 456, but the value of each player's life remained 100,000,000 Won, what would the new total prize money be? Show your work.
Music
During moments of transition or stress in the show, classical music is often played, like "The Blue Danube Waltz." This happy, elegant music contrasts sharply with the dangerous events happening on screen. What feeling or effect do you think this musical choice creates for the viewer? This technique is called juxtaposition.
Physical Education
The Glass Bridge game required incredible balance and precision. Let's practice your balance safely!
- Find a line on the floor (like a floorboard or tile line) or place a rope or piece of tape in a straight line on the floor.
- Walk the entire length of the line, heel-to-toe, without stepping off.
- Challenge: Once you master walking forward, try walking the line backward!
- Expert Mode: Try walking the line with your eyes closed. (Make sure your area is clear of obstacles first!)
Science
Making Dalgona candy, the honeycomb challenge, involves a simple but interesting chemical reaction. When sugar is heated, it caramelizes. Then, a tiny amount of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is added. The heat causes the baking soda to decompose and release a gas, which gets trapped in the sticky sugar, making it light and brittle. What is the name of the gas that the baking soda releases?
Social Studies
In the Tug-of-War game, Player 001's strategy helped his team win against a stronger team. He argued that teamwork, strategy, and timing were more important than just pure strength. Besides Tug-of-War, describe another situation (from real life, sports, or school) where good teamwork can overcome a bigger challenge.
Answer Key
Art: Answers will vary. Look for a creative design and a thoughtful explanation connecting the symbol to a role or idea.
English: Answers will vary. Paragraphs should describe qualities like loyalty, trust, honesty, kindness, and being supportive.
Foreign Language (Korean): 1-C, 2-D, 3-A, 4-B
History: Answers will vary. Examples include: The Philippines (Pepsi, 7-Up), The UK (Statues), France (Un, deux, trois, soleil), USA (Freeze Dance).
Math:
218 players x 100,000,000 Won/player = 21,800,000,000 Won.
The new total prize money would be 21.8 billion Won.
Music: Answers will vary but should touch on the idea of irony or creating a creepy, unsettling, or surreal feeling. The contrast between the happy music and the scary visuals makes the scene more disturbing.
Physical Education: This is a practical activity. No written answer required.
Science: Carbon Dioxide (or CO2).
Social Studies: Answers will vary widely. Examples could include: a group science project where different people do research, experiments, and writing; a basketball team using clever plays to beat a team with taller players; a community organizing a fundraiser to achieve a large financial goal.