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Who served as the Chairman of the commission to choose the foremost hero?
Who served as the Chairman of the commission to choose the foremost hero?
Which of the following was NOT a member of the commission?
Which of the following was NOT a member of the commission?
Which member of the commission was listed as a Technical Consultant?
Which member of the commission was listed as a Technical Consultant?
Which member of the commission was responsible for Filipino representation?
Which member of the commission was responsible for Filipino representation?
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How many American members were part of the commission?
How many American members were part of the commission?
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What was one of the criteria used to select Rizal as the foremost hero?
What was one of the criteria used to select Rizal as the foremost hero?
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Who was initially chosen as the foremost hero before it was changed to Rizal?
Who was initially chosen as the foremost hero before it was changed to Rizal?
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What was Dr. Henry Otley Bayer's rationale for supporting Rizal over Marcelo H. del Pilar?
What was Dr. Henry Otley Bayer's rationale for supporting Rizal over Marcelo H. del Pilar?
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Which characteristic was NOT included in the selection criteria for Rizal as foremost hero?
Which characteristic was NOT included in the selection criteria for Rizal as foremost hero?
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What event triggered the movement to commemorate Rizal’s contributions after his death?
What event triggered the movement to commemorate Rizal’s contributions after his death?
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Which of the following was NOT a nominee for the foremost hero alongside Rizal?
Which of the following was NOT a nominee for the foremost hero alongside Rizal?
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What was the primary motivation behind choosing Rizal as the national hero by the Taft Commission?
What was the primary motivation behind choosing Rizal as the national hero by the Taft Commission?
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According to Rafael Palma, why should Rizal be considered the foremost hero over others like Bonifacio?
According to Rafael Palma, why should Rizal be considered the foremost hero over others like Bonifacio?
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What is the primary way in which Filipino heroes, particularly Rizal, served their purpose?
What is the primary way in which Filipino heroes, particularly Rizal, served their purpose?
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What was considered more significant about Rizal's contributions compared to Bonifacio's?
What was considered more significant about Rizal's contributions compared to Bonifacio's?
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Which literary work is specifically mentioned as a significant contribution to Philippine nationalism?
Which literary work is specifically mentioned as a significant contribution to Philippine nationalism?
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What role did Rizal play in the Propaganda Movement?
What role did Rizal play in the Propaganda Movement?
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How did Bonifacio's actions differ from those of Rizal in their implications for the revolution?
How did Bonifacio's actions differ from those of Rizal in their implications for the revolution?
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Which of the following authors published a notable novel before Rizal and had a lesser impact?
Which of the following authors published a notable novel before Rizal and had a lesser impact?
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What aspect of Rizal's work is largely attributed to his recognition as a national hero?
What aspect of Rizal's work is largely attributed to his recognition as a national hero?
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Which factor is emphasized as being crucial to the choice of Rizal as the national hero?
Which factor is emphasized as being crucial to the choice of Rizal as the national hero?
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Study Notes
Life and Works of Jose Rizal
- Rizal was chosen as the foremost Filipino hero during the American period under Governor-General William Howard Taft.
How Rizal Became National Hero
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A commission, with Taft as chairman and various American and Filipino members, was formed.
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Criteria for selection included being a Filipino, deceased, exemplifying love for country, and being a pacifist.
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Other nominees included Marcelo H. del Pilar, Graciano Lopez-Jaena, Antonio Luna, Emilio Jacinto.
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Andres Bonifacio was excluded from the list.
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Initially, the commission selected Marcelo H. del Pilar; however, this was changed to Rizal on the advice of Dr. Henry Otley Bayer.
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Rizal's dramatic life and martyrdom in Bagumbayan allegedly played a crucial role in this decision.
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The Taft Commission's selection validated Rizal's leadership and heroism recognized by the Filipinos.
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Bonifacio viewed Rizal as an important revolutionary leader, accepting his advice.
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Aguinaldo proclaimed a commemoration of Rizal's death anniversary in Hong Kong.
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Revolutions newspapers published additional Rizal's death memorial.
Why Rizal, not Bonifacio?
- Rafael Palma argued that Rizal's literary contributions (particularly Noli Me Tangere) were more impactful than Bonifacio's military actions in inspiring Filipino nationalism.
- Rizal's work indirectly contributed to Filipino independence and self-governance.
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Explore the life and contributions of Jose Rizal, the foremost Filipino hero, chosen during the American period. This quiz delves into the selection criteria, the role of the Taft Commission, and the impact of Rizal's martyrdom on his recognition as a national hero.
