17 Questions
Which of the following events prompted Rizal's second trip to Europe?
The Calamba residents were forced to leave the town, and their houses were burned.
What organization was formed by disgruntled Filipino students in Madrid who viewed the Circulo Hispano Filipino as too accommodating?
Asosacion Hispano Filipino
In the election for the leader of the Propaganda Movement, who initially led the votes before Rizal emerged victorious?
Marcelo H. del Pilar
Which city did Rizal travel to after leaving Madrid, as advised by his brother Paciano?
Hong Kong
Who initially paid for Rizal's fare to Hong Kong?
Jose Ma. Basa
Which of the following was NOT one of Rizal's activities during his productive life in Hong Kong?
Establishing the La Solidaridad newspaper
What was the reason given for quarantining the entire boat when it docked in San Francisco?
The boat carried several Chinese coolers and laborers who accepted cheap labor
What did Jose Rizal study during his visit to Japan?
He studied Japanese language, culture, theaters, martial arts, and visited shrines
What was the name of the book written by Tetcho Suehiro, whom Rizal met on board a ship?
Dead Traveler
What law was enacted in the United States in 1888, which affected the labor market?
The Becerra Law
What social clubs did Jose Rizal found in the United States?
The Kidlat Club and the Indios Bravos
What did Jose Rizal publish in the United States?
Por Telefono
What was the purpose of Jose Rizal's composition of the poem 'Hymn of Labor' before leaving Calamba?
To commemorate the elevation of Lipa, Batangas into the status of villa under the Becerra Law of 1888
What did Rizal study during his time in Hong Kong?
The Chinese language, Chinese drama and theater, Chinese cultures, and Chinese values
Where did Rizal visit after Hong Kong?
Macau
What was the Becerra Law of 1888?
A law that elevated the status of Lipa, Batangas to a villa
Why did Rizal leave the Philippines for his second trip to Europe?
The governor of the Philippines advised him to leave for his own good
Study Notes
Rizal's Life and Struggles
- Rizal's family, including himself, was forced to leave Calamba, their houses were burned, and more people were exiled due to the case he wanted to pay attention to.
- He wrote a poem entitled "A Mi Musa" (To My Muse) during this time.
Rivalry with M.H. del Pilar
- A group of Filipinos was formed in Madrid, consisting of disgruntled students who viewed the Circulo Hispano Filipino as too accommodating to the Spaniards.
- Another organization, the Asosacion Hispano Filipino, was formed, headed by Dr. Miguel Morayta, a Spanish Professor and a Mason Grandmaster.
- Rizal and M.H. del Pilar contested for leadership, but eventually, Rizal won, although he chose to leave rather than divide the Filipinos in Madrid.
Productive Life in Hong Kong
- Jose Ma. Basa paid for Rizal's fare to Hong Kong.
- Rizal visited Japan, where he studied Japanese language, culture, theaters, martial arts, and visited shrines.
- He met Tetcho Suehiro, a Japanese writer, on board a ship to the United States.
In the United States of America
- Rizal's ship was quarantined in San Francisco due to the presence of Chinese coolers and laborers, but the issue was resolved, and passengers were allowed to disembark.
- He studied French, wrote a volume of French exercises, and founded the Kidlat Club and the Indios Bravos, social clubs that aimed to prove Filipinos' intellectual and physical abilities.
Departure to Europe
- Rizal's family received threats, and he was seen as a troublemaker, causing his family to worry for his safety.
- The friars exerted pressure on Gov. Gen. Terrero to have him arrested or deported, but the governor refused.
- Rizal was advised to leave the Philippines for his own good, and he confided that the friars offered him money to stop attacking them, but he refused.
- He composed a poem entitled "Himno al Trabajo" (Hymn of Labor) before leaving Calamba.
Second Trip to Europe (1888-1892)
- Rizal traveled through Asia, visiting Hong Kong, where he studied Chinese language, drama, and culture, and visited Macau, a Portuguese colony.
Learn about Jose Rizal's departure to Europe from Calamba amidst threats to his life and pressure from friars and authorities. Discover the events leading to his decision to leave the Philippines for his safety.
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