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A hush fell over South Korea Thursday as more than half a million students sat the high-stakes national university entrance exam, with authorities taking extraordinary measures to minimise distractions. The nine-hour test is crucial not only for securing spots in top universities, but is also considered key for elevated social status, lucrative careers and even marriage prospects.

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