5 Questions
Why did Jose Rizal change his surname when he enrolled in Ateneo?
The family name Mercado raised suspicions among authorities.
What examinations did a candidate for admission to the Ateneo have to pass?
Entrance examination in Christian doctrine, reading, writing, grammar, and elementary arithmetic.
What was the surname used by Paciano while studying and working with Father Burgos?
Mercado.
Who was Father Jose Burgos and what happened to him?
Father Jose Burgos was one of the priests executed through a garrotte at Bagumbayan on February 17, 1872.
What event is referred to as the 'death of the GomBurza'?
Execution of Father Jose Burgos and two other priests through a garrotte at Bagumbayan on February 17, 1872.
Study Notes
Ateneo Entrance Examination
- Admission to Ateneo required passing an entrance examination in: • Christian doctrine • Reading • Writing • Grammar • Elementary arithmetic
Jose Rizal's Enrollment
- Jose enrolled in Ateneo under the surname Rizal
- He used this surname because the family name Mercado had raised suspicions among authorities
Paciano Mercado
- Paciano used the surname Mercado while studying and working with Father Burgos
- He lived in Father Burgos' house
Father Jose Burgos
- Father Burgos was one of the priests executed by garrotte at Bagumbayan on February 17, 1872
- This event is known as the death of the GomBurza
Learn about the entrance examination requirements for Ateneo and the history behind Jose Rizal's surname change to Rizal from Mercado. Discover the connections between the Rizal family, Ateneo, and Father Jose Burgos.
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