Korean literature developed under the influence of traditional folk beliefs as well as Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. It is often divided into classical and modern periods, though this is questioned due to reforms in the 19th century and Western influence. Key genres include Hyangga poetry from the classical period as well as sijo poetry and Joseon period poetry from the later period when Hangul was promoted. Translations of Korean literature to other languages have increased its global visibility since the 1980s.

2.  usually divided chronologically into a classical
and a modern period
 However, this often questioned because of the
reform after the mid-19th century and the
influence of the West.

3.  developed against the backdrop of traditional
folk beliefs
 influenced by Taoism, Confucianism, and
Buddhism

4. developed out of its contact with Western
culture, following the course of modernization.
Not only Christian thought, but also various
artistic trends and influences were imported
from the West.

5.  Chinese language became less influential
 the Korean script, Han-gul was being used more and
more frequently, resulting in the growth and
development of Korean language and literature
studies

6.  Hyangga poetry (The poems may consist of four, eight or ten
lines., poems written by Buddhist monks, very few have
survived)
 Joseonperiod poetry
the sijo (danga) has a simple, three-stanza structure: first, middle
and last
The lines average 14-16 syllables, for a total of 44-46
You ask how many friends I have? Water and stone, bamboo and
pine.
The moon rising over the eastern hill is a joyful comrade.
Besides these five companions, what other pleasure should I ask?
By YunSeondo
 The Joseon Dynasty promoted literature in Hangul

7.  17th Century Tales of Kumo (written in
Chinese)
 Japanese Imperialism
 National Division
 Translation

8.  Korean literature was largely unknown to the
world until the 1980s, when translations of
Korean literary works began to appear in
foreign countries.
 Translations have been weak, but continue to
improve and are now becoming extremely
popular.