LIFE AND WORKS OF JOSE RIZAL Flashcards

Module 1, Module 2 and Module 3

1
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What major political event influenced Rizal’s time?

A

The French Revolution

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2
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Name a senator who blocked the Rizal Law?

A

Senator Decoroso Rosales

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3
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What is a hero’s role according to Onefre D. Corpuz

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A hero is part of the People’s Expression

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4
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What 1947 act granted parity rights to Americans in the Philippines?

A

Bell Trade Act

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5
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Who **criticized* * Rizal’s novels for containing anti-church statements?

A

Fr. Jesus Cavana

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6
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What is Jose Rizal’s full name?

A

Jose Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonzo Realonda

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7
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What 1955 agreement allowed free entry of American Products?

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Laurel-Langley Agreement

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8
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What is Republic Act no. 1425 commonly known as?

A

Rizal Law

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9
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When did Republic Act No. 1425 become law?

A

June 12, 1957

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10
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In what century did Rizal live?

A

19th Century

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11
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What is the one of the objectives of the Rizal Law?

A

Develop moral character and personal discipline

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12
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Which institution was the most vocal component of the Rizal Law?

A

The Catholic Church

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13
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When was the National Historical Institute’s definition of a hero released?

A

1965

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14
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Who stated that Catholics could refuse to read Rizal’s novels?

A

Jesus Paredes

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15
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Who authored the Original Rizal Law?

A

Claro M. Recto

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16
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What year did the CHED issue a memorandum requiring the Rizal course?

A

1996

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17
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Who defined a hero as an admirable leader serving a noble cause?

A

National Historical Institute (NHI)

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18
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What did President Fidel Ramos issue to ensure the implementation of the Rizal Law?

A

Presidential Memorandum Order 247

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19
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Who created the criteria for recognizing the National Heroes?

A

Teodoro Agoncillo, Onofre D. Corpuz, and Alfredo Lagmay

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20
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What was speculated as Claro M. Recto’s motivation behind the Rizal Bill?

A

Politics

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21
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What is the primary goal of the Rizal Law?

A

To recognize the relevance of Rizal’s teaching to contemporary file

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22
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Which President signed the Rizal Law?

A

President Ramon Magsaysay

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23
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What war followed the emancipation of black slaves?

A

The American Civil War (1861-1865)

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24
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Who were the two main Church opposition voices in Congress against the Rizal Law?

A

Congressman Miguel Cuenco and Senator Francisco Rodrigo

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25
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What directive did President Fidel Ramos issue regarding R.A. 1425?

A

Presidential Memorandum Order 247

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26
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What was the main objective of the Rizal Law?

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To instill heroism, moral character, and civic conscience.

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27
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When did the CHED order full implementation of the Rizal course in colleges?

A

February 15, 1996

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28
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What was the title of the first poem Rizal wrote in Ateneo?

A

“Mi Primera Inspiracion” (My First Inspiration)

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29
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What was the key historical context during Rizal’s time, known as the “Age of Enlightenment”?

A

The rise of ideas about freedom, liberty, and equality.

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30
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What war was triggered by President Abraham Lincoln’s emancipation of black slaves?

A

The American Civil War

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31
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What was Harriet Beecher Stowe’s book that influenced the Civil War?

A

“Uncle Tom’s Cabin”

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32
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Which empire help Britain intercept the Sepoy Mutiny in 1858?

A

The Mogul Empire

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33
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What term refers to the rule of the friars in the Philippines during Rizal’s time?

A

Frailocracy

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34
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What movement demanded that parishes be transferred from regular clergy to secular priests?

A

Secularization Movement

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35
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What were the two categories of clergy during Rizal’s time?

A

Secular and Regular

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36
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What system involved prominent Spaniards being entrusted with native communities?

A

Encomienda System

37
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What was the name of the trade between Manila and Acapulco?

A

Galleon Trade

38
Q

What 1863 decree reformed the Philippine education system under Spanish rule?

A

Educational Decree of 1863

39
Q

Who lead the longest insurrection of the Ilocanos during the Spanish Rule?

A

Diego Silang

40
Q

Who was the first teacher of Jose Rizal?

A

His mother, Dona Teodora

41
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Who were the three uncles that influenced Rizal’s education?

A

Gregorio, Jose, and Manuel

42
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What rank member of the Guardia Civil harassed Rizal’s family for refusing to supply grass?

A

A ranking member of the Guardia Civil

43
Q

What accusation led to the arrest of Rizal’s mother, Doña Teodora?

A

Allegedly poisoning her brother’s wife

44
Q

Which governor general ordered the release of Doña Teodora after her wrongful imprisonment?

A

The Governor General of the Philippines, charmed by Soledad, Rizal’s sister

45
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Where did Rizal receive his Bachelor of Arts degree with highest honors?

A

Ateneo Municipal

46
Q

What was Rizal’s nickname during his childhood?

A

Pepe or Pepito

47
Q

What was the inspiration behind Rizal’s famous poem “To the Filipino Youth”?

A

“Fair Hope if the Fatherland”

48
Q

Who advised Rizal to stop writing poetry and focus on practical studies?

A

Father Jose Vilaclara

49
Q

What was the name of the society of Filipino students founded by Rizal at UST?

A

Companerismo

50
Q

Who was Rizal’s first formal teacher outside his family?

A

Maestro Justiniano Aquino Cruz

51
Q

What course did Rizal initially take at the University of Santo Tomas?

A

Philosophy and Letters

52
Q

What was the reason Rizal decided by study medicine?

A

To cure his mother’s failing eyesight

53
Q

What title did Rizal obtain after completing the vocational course at Ateneo?

A

Perito Agremensor (Expert Surveyor)

54
Q

What was the title of Rizal’s first favorite novel, which greatly influenced him?

A

“The Count of Monte Cristo” by Alexandre Dumas

55
Q

Who authored the book “Travels in the Philippines” that impressed Rizal?

A

Dr. Feodor Jagor

56
Q

What was the name of the German scientist who predicted that Spain would lose the Philippines?

A

Dr. Feodor Jagor

57
Q

What was the main criticism Rizal faced while studying at UST?

A

Racial discrimination and obsolete teaching methods

58
Q

What was the title of the famous religious poem written by Rizal at 14 years old?

A

“Al Nino Jesus” (To the Child Jesus)

59
Q

What notable poem did Rizal write dedicated to his mother?

A

“Mi Primera Inspiracion” (My First Impression)

60
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What is the title of Rizal’s poem that shows the importance of religion in education?

A

“Alianza Íntima Entre la Religión y la Buena Educación” (Intimate Alliance Between Religion and Good Education)

61
Q

What poem did Rizal write in honor of his hometown, Calamba?

A

“Un Recuerdo a Mi Pueblo” (In Memory of My Town)

62
Q

At what age did Rizal write “A La Juventud Filipina” (To the Filipino Youth)?

A

18 years old

63
Q

What significant idea was introduced in “A La Juventud Filipina”?

A

Filipinos are the “fair hope of the Fatherland.”

64
Q

What was the primary inspiration behind Rizal’s poem “Sa Aking Mga Kababata”?

A

The importance of loving one’s own language

65
Q

What controversial aspect did Virgilio Almario question about “Sa Aking Mga Kababata”?

A

The use of the word “kalayaan,” which was not common during Rizal’s youth.

66
Q

Who was Rizal’s older brother and confidant, immortalized in “Noli Me Tangere” as Pilosopo Tasio?

A

Paciano Rizal

67
Q

What was Paciano Rizal’s role in the Philippine Revolution?

A

He became a combat general.

68
Q

Which sister of Rizal married Antonio Lopez, a school teacher?

A

Narcisa Rizal-Lopez

69
Q

Which sister of Rizal was denied a Christian burial because of her connection to Rizal?

A

Lucia Rizal-Herbosa

70
Q

Who was Rizal’s first sorrow in life, caused by the death of his sister at age three?

A

Concepcion Rizal

71
Q

What was the name of Rizal’s sister who was the custodian of his last poem?

A

Trinidad Rizal

72
Q

Who was Rizal’s youngest sister, married to Pantaleon Quintero?

A

Soledad Rizal-Quintero

73
Q

What was the nickname of Rizal’s sister Saturnina?

A

Neneng

74
Q

At what age did Rizal start reading the Spanish family Bible “Historia Sagrada”?

A

5 years old

75
Q

What was the name of Rizal’s black dog during his childhood?

A

Usman

76
Q

What sculpture did Rizal carve while studying at Ateneo?

A

An image of the Virgin Mary

77
Q

What Jesuit professor inspired Rizal to write poetry and study harder at Ateneo?

A

Padre Francisco de Paula Sanchez

78
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What religious society was Rizal an active member and later secretary of at Ateneo?

A

Marian Congregation

79
Q

What was Rizal’s degree when he graduated from Ateneo Municipal at 16 years old?

A

Bachelor of Arts with highest honors

80
Q

Who refused to admit Rizal to Ateneo initially due to his late registration and small size?

A

Father Magin Ferrando

81
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Who helped Rizal gain admission to Ateneo despite his initial rejection?

A

Manuel Xerez Burgos

82
Q

What was Rizal’s first poem at Ateneo titled, dedicated to his mother?

A

“Mi Primera Inspiración” (My First Inspiration)

83
Q

What book by Alexander Dumas was Rizal’s first favorite novel?

A

“The Count of Monte Cristo”

84
Q

What historical work greatly aided Rizal’s studies, which he persuaded his father to buy?

A

“Universal History” by Cesar Cantu

85
Q

What was Rizal’s favorite scientific book written by the German traveler Dr. Feodor Jagor?

A

“Travels in the Philippines”

86
Q

What prophecy made by Dr. Feodor Jagor deeply impressed Rizal?

A

That Spain would lose the Philippines, and America would take over as colonizer.

87
Q

Why was Rizal unhappy at the University of Santo Tomas (UST)?

A

Racial discrimination, hostile professors, and outdated teaching methods.

88
Q

Who advised Rizal to take up medicine to help his mother’s failing eyesight?

A

Father Pablo Ramon