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What was the occupation of Doña Teodora Alonso Realonda, Rizal's mother?
She was a business woman with literary talent
What was the reason that Jose Rizal used the surname 'Rizal' instead of his family's original surname?
Jose Rizal's elder brother Paciano was labeled as a notorious person because of being with native priests who were executed
What is the meaning of the surname 'Rizal' according to the text?
It means 'a field where wheat, cut while still green, sprouts again' in Spanish
How many children did the Rizal family have?
11 children
What was the educational background of Doña Teodora Alonso Realonda, Rizal's mother?
She was educated at the College of Santa Rosa, a well-known college for girls in Manila
What was the exact date and time of Rizal's birth according to the text?
June 19, 1861, between 11 PM and midnight
What is the significance of Rizal's godparent, Father Pedro Casanas, according to the text?
He was a close friend of the Rizal family.
What is the significance of Rizal's paternal ancestor, Domingo Lam-co, according to the text?
Domingo Lam-co was a full-blooded Chinese who arrived in the Philippines in the 17th century.
What were the key characteristics of Rizal's father, Don Francisco Mercado, according to the text?
He was a hardy, independent-minded, and hardworking tenant-farmer.
What was the significance of the governor general of the Philippines at the time of Rizal's birth, according to the text?
The governor general was Lieutenant-General Jose Lemery.
Test your knowledge on the family, childhood, and early education of Dr. Jose Rizal, including details about his birth date, baptism, and godparent. Explore the historical background of the national hero of the Philippines.
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