Jose Rizal's Life and Arrest

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Who was the head of the court martial that tried Rizal?

Josephine Bracken

Captain Rafael Dominguez

Rev. Bernardino Nozaleda

Lt.Col. Jose Togores Arjona (correct)

What was the Judge Advocate General's opinion regarding Rizal's properties after the investigation?

His properties must be returned to him

His properties must be confiscated

His properties must be sold at an auction

His properties must be issued with an order of attachment (correct)

What was the penalty for the crimes of rebellion and sedition?

Correctional imprisonment and a fine

Life imprisonment to death (correct)

Hard labor for five years

Exile to a distant land

When was Rizal's execution scheduled?

December 30, 1896 Signup and view all the answers

Where was Rizal's trial held?

Cuartel de España Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal read in his last hours?

The Bible and Imitation of Christ Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal dedicate to Josephine Bracken?

A poem Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal do in his last hour, according to Rev. Bernardino Nozaleda?

He abjured his religious errors in writing Signup and view all the answers

What was the date when Jose Rizal departed from Dapitan?

July 31, 1896 Signup and view all the answers

Where did Rizal depart from to go to Barcelona?

On board the Isla de Panay Signup and view all the answers

How many people were arrested in connection with the Katipunan?

4,377 people Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the agent of Tabacalera who tried to persuade Rizal to step ashore in Singapore?

Captain Camus Signup and view all the answers

What was the duration of Rizal's investigation before Judge Advocate Colonel Francisco Olive?

5-day investigation Signup and view all the answers

Where was Rizal locked up after his return to Manila?

Fort Santiago Signup and view all the answers

What type of evidences were used against Rizal during his trial?

Documentary and testimonial Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason why Rizal refused to be blindfolded?

He wanted to prove he was no traitor Signup and view all the answers

What was the method used to torture Rizal's brother Paciano to make him sign a statement?

Twisting a screw into his left hand and thrusting a pen into his right hand Signup and view all the answers

What was the occupation of Lt. Taviel de Andrade?

Military appointed counsel Signup and view all the answers

How many Filipino volunteer troops composed the firing squad?

Six to eight Signup and view all the answers

What was Rizal holding in his right hand during his march to the field of his execution?

A rosary Signup and view all the answers

What was the time when Rizal began his march to the field of his execution?

6:30 of the morning Signup and view all the answers

How many rifles were loaded with live bullets?

One Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of Dr. Felipe Ruiz Castillo upon taking Rizal's vital signs and pulse rate?

He was amazed to find that the national hero was calm and unafraid Signup and view all the answers

Who did Rizal ask to ask their father for forgiveness in his last letter?

Paciano Rizal Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jose Rizal's Final Days

Jose Rizal departed Dapitan on July 31, 1896, and arrived in Manila Bay on August 6, 1896, but failed to catch the mail boat to Spain.
On September 3, 1896, Rizal departed for Barcelona on board the Isla de Panay with letters of introduction from the Governor General to the Secretaries of War and Foreign Affairs in Spain.

Katipunan's Betrayal and Rizal's Arrest

The Katipunan was betrayed on August 19, 1896, leading to the arrest and torture of its members, including Bonifacio.
At least 4,377 people were arrested, but Bonifacio and most of the leaders escaped to safe hiding places.
When Rizal's ship, Isla de Panay, reached Singapore, a Filipino fellow passenger and a captain tried to persuade Rizal to step ashore and save his life, but Rizal refused.

Rizal's Trial and Sentencing

A special military court summoned Rizal to appear before them when the Isla de Panay reached Suez.
Rizal was heavily guarded and locked in Fort Santiago on November 3, 1896.
After a 5-day investigation, Rizal was informed of the charges against him, including rebellion, sedition, and illegal association.
Rizal was sentenced to death by firing squad on December 26, 1896, and was executed on December 30, 1896.

Rizal's Last Hours

Rizal read the Bible and Thomas à Kempis's Imitation of Christ, and wrote the poem "Mi Ultimo Adiós" in his last hours.
He also wrote letters to his family and friends, asking for forgiveness and declaring his innocence.
Rizal was said to have recanted his statements against the Catholic Church and returned to the faith before his execution.

Facts on Rizal's Death

Rizal knew he was a dead man since his trial had been a sham.
Rizal was executed in Bagumbayan (now the Luneta) on December 30, 1896, at 7:00 am, dressed in a black suit with a white vest.
Rizal was accompanied by his military-appointed counsel and two fathers, and was tied at the elbows as he walked to the execution site.
The firing squad consisted of six to eight Filipino volunteer troops, with only one rifle loaded with a live bullet to ease the guilt of the executioners.
Rizal refused to be blindfolded and insisted on facing his executioners, but this was denied.

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This quiz covers the events leading to Jose Rizal's departure from Dapitan, his failed attempt to catch the mail boat to Spain, and his eventual arrest due to the Katipunan's betrayal.