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What was Teodora's role in her family?
What was Teodora's role in her family?
At what age did Teodora marry Francisco Mercado?
At what age did Teodora marry Francisco Mercado?
What educational institution did Teodora Realonda attend?
What educational institution did Teodora Realonda attend?
Which business ventures did Teodora expand into?
Which business ventures did Teodora expand into?
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Who is Francisco Engracio Rizal Mercado y Alejandro?
Who is Francisco Engracio Rizal Mercado y Alejandro?
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What was Francisco Mercado's childhood experience regarding his father?
What was Francisco Mercado's childhood experience regarding his father?
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Where did Francisco Mercado go to school?
Where did Francisco Mercado go to school?
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What characterizes Teodora's family background?
What characterizes Teodora's family background?
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What was the nickname of Josefa Rizal?
What was the nickname of Josefa Rizal?
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How old was Concepcion Rizal when she died?
How old was Concepcion Rizal when she died?
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Who addressed Josefa as 'Miss Josephine Rizal' in a letter?
Who addressed Josefa as 'Miss Josephine Rizal' in a letter?
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What nickname did Trinidad Rizal go by?
What nickname did Trinidad Rizal go by?
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Which sister did Jose Rizal feel the beauty of sisterly love from?
Which sister did Jose Rizal feel the beauty of sisterly love from?
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In what year did Jose Rizal write to his sister Trinidad about German women?
In what year did Jose Rizal write to his sister Trinidad about German women?
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What event is marked by the letter Jose wrote to Josefa dated October 26, 1893?
What event is marked by the letter Jose wrote to Josefa dated October 26, 1893?
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Which child was the tenth in the Rizal family?
Which child was the tenth in the Rizal family?
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What was Soledad Rizal also known as?
What was Soledad Rizal also known as?
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Which profession did Soledad Rizal hold?
Which profession did Soledad Rizal hold?
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What advice did Jose Rizal give to Soledad in his letter?
What advice did Jose Rizal give to Soledad in his letter?
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What is emphasized as necessary for a good teacher according to Jose Rizal?
What is emphasized as necessary for a good teacher according to Jose Rizal?
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What year was Soledad Rizal born?
What year was Soledad Rizal born?
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What did Jose Rizal express pride in regarding Soledad?
What did Jose Rizal express pride in regarding Soledad?
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In what year did Jose Rizal write the letter to Soledad?
In what year did Jose Rizal write the letter to Soledad?
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What character traits did Jose Rizal encourage Soledad to embody as a teacher?
What character traits did Jose Rizal encourage Soledad to embody as a teacher?
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What was Rizal's first poem entitled?
What was Rizal's first poem entitled?
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What advice did Rizal receive regarding his studies?
What advice did Rizal receive regarding his studies?
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Who was Rizal's first teacher?
Who was Rizal's first teacher?
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What educational method was prevalent during Rizal's early schooling?
What educational method was prevalent during Rizal's early schooling?
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Why did Rizal's mother take him to the Shrine of the Virgin of Antipolo?
Why did Rizal's mother take him to the Shrine of the Virgin of Antipolo?
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What does the term 'ilustrado' refer to in the context of Rizal's education?
What does the term 'ilustrado' refer to in the context of Rizal's education?
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At what age did Rizal become acquainted with the alphabet?
At what age did Rizal become acquainted with the alphabet?
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What were the four R's of Rizal's early education?
What were the four R's of Rizal's early education?
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What was Jose's approach to fights with other boys?
What was Jose's approach to fights with other boys?
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In what subjects did Jose excel academically?
In what subjects did Jose excel academically?
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Why did some of Jose's classmates report him to the teacher?
Why did some of Jose's classmates report him to the teacher?
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How did Jose journey to Antipolo for the first time?
How did Jose journey to Antipolo for the first time?
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What emotion did Jose experience while observing the night on the lake?
What emotion did Jose experience while observing the night on the lake?
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What did Jose do when he arrived in Antipolo?
What did Jose do when he arrived in Antipolo?
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What notable event happened during Jose's illumination of the dawn?
What notable event happened during Jose's illumination of the dawn?
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What can be inferred about Jose's relationship with his father during the journey?
What can be inferred about Jose's relationship with his father during the journey?
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Study Notes
Teodora Alonzo Realonda y Quintos
- Second child of Lorenzo Realonda and Brijida de Quintos
- Born in Binan, Laguna
- A representative in the Spanish Courts
- Knight of the Order of Isabela
- Married Francisco Mercado in 1861
- Built a business from agriculture in Calamba, Laguna
- Branched out business to textile, flour, and sugar mills
Francisco Mercado
- Father of Jose Rizal
- Born in Biñan, Laguna
- Married Teodora Realonda y Quintos
- Had 11 children
- Attended Latin school in Biñan
- Attended Colegio de San Jose in Manila
Jose Rizal's Siblings
- Saturnina
- Paciano
- Narcisa
- Olympia
- Lucia
- Maria
- Concepcion
- Josefa
- Died a spinster
- Trinidad
- Custodian of Rizal's last poem
- Soledad
- Youngest child
- Best educated sibling
Jose Rizal
- Born on June 19, 1861
- His parents made a pilgrimage to the shrine of the Virgin of Antipolo to honor his survival.
- Attributed his first poem, "Sa Aking Mga Kabata," to his mother's teaching and an overall love of language.
- Received his early education in Calamba and Biñan
- Attended a strict school focused on reading, writing, arithmetic, and religion
- Learned from his mother, who was a remarkable woman of great character and culture
- A gifted student who excelled in subjects like Spanish and Latin
- Early schooling in Biñan involved extensive travel with his father to Antipolo and Manila
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Explore the life and contributions of Jose Rizal, his parents, and siblings. Learn about Teodora Alonzo Realonda y Quintos, her marriage to Francisco Mercado, and the family's influence on Rizal's life. This quiz covers key facts about their heritage and achievements.
