Chapter 3: Rizal's Higher Education
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What was the name of the college where Rizal took the entrance examinations?

  • Colegio de San Jose
  • College of San Juan de Letran (correct)
  • Ateneo Municipal
  • University of Santo Tomas
  • Why did Father Magin Ferrando initially refuse to admit Rizal at Ateneo Municipal?

  • Rizal was too young for admission
  • Rizal's family could not afford the tuition fees
  • Rizal was late for registration and appeared sickly (correct)
  • Rizal did not have the necessary qualifications
  • Who interceded for Rizal's admission to Ateneo Municipal?

  • Francisco Mercado
  • Father Jose Bech
  • Paciano Rizal
  • Manuel Xerez Burgos (correct)
  • What was the advantage of the education system at Ateneo Municipal during Rizal's time?

    <p>It trained the character of students through rigid discipline and religious instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Rizal's first professor at Ateneo Municipal?

    <p>Father Jose Bech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Rizal use the surname 'Rizal' for the first time?

    <p>The reason is not mentioned in the given text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason Rizal decided to shift to studying medicine?

    <p>To cure his mother's failing eyesight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Rizal unhappy during his studies at the University of Santo Tomas?

    <p>The Dominican professors were hostile towards him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was not one of Rizal's poems mentioned in the text?

    <p>La Vida es Sueño (Life is a Dream)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What degree did Rizal receive from Ateneo Municipal on March 23, 1877?

    <p>Bachelor of Arts, with highest honors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following courses did Rizal not take during his first term at the University of Santo Tomas?

    <p>Medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason Rizal could not seek guidance from Fr. Pablo Ramon regarding his course choice initially?

    <p>Fr. Ramon was on a trip to Mindanao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the surname 'Rizal' mean?

    <p>Green fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'externo' mean in relation to Jose's time at Ateneo Municipal?

    <p>Living out student</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Jesuits encourage among their students?

    <p>Competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which group was Rizal initially placed in his class at Ateneo Municipal?

    <p>Carthaginian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who inspired Rizal to study hard and write poetry during his fourth year at Ateneo?

    <p>Father Francisco de Paula Sanchez</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As an 'externo' at Ateneo Municipal, what was Rizal considered to be by being part of this group?

    <p>Outcast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Admission to Ateneo Municipal

    • Rizal took entrance examinations at Ateneo Municipal.
    • Father Magin Ferrando initially refused Rizal's admission due to a lack of a proper certificate.
    • José Alberto interceded for Rizal, facilitating his admission.

    Education System at Ateneo Municipal

    • The education system at Ateneo Municipal was known for its quality, promoting academic excellence and character development.

    Rizal's Early Academic Life

    • Rizal's first professor at Ateneo Municipal was Fr. Jose Bech.
    • Rizal adopted the surname 'Rizal' for the first time to honor his mother's family and signify his distinct identity.

    Shift in Academic Focus

    • Rizal decided to shift to studying medicine to serve his country better and address social injustices.

    Challenges at University of Santo Tomas

    • Rizal felt unhappy at the University of Santo Tomas due to its rigid academic structure and conflicts with religious orders.

    Academic Achievements

    • On March 23, 1877, Rizal received the degree of Bachelor of Arts from Ateneo Municipal.

    Course Studies and Guidance

    • Rizal did not take the course of Medicine during his first term at the University of Santo Tomas.
    • Initially, Rizal could not seek guidance from Fr. Pablo Ramon regarding his course choice due to timing conflicts.

    Meaning and Context of 'Rizal'

    • The surname 'Rizal' translates to "greenfield" or "fertile field," symbolizing growth and prosperity.

    Definition and Group Placement

    • The term 'externo' referred to students who were day scholars at Ateneo, as opposed to boarders.
    • Jesuits encouraged intellectual curiosity and moral integrity among their students.
    • Rizal was initially placed in the "Externo" group within his class.

    Inspiration in Academia

    • Fr. Jose Bech inspired Rizal to study hard and write poetry during his fourth year at Ateneo Municipal.
    • As an 'externo,' Rizal was considered a day scholar, participating in classes without residing at the institution.

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