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Who is Jose Rizal?
José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda
What is the birthdate of Jose Rizal?
June 19, 1861
What year did Jose Rizal die?
December 30, 1896
Who choose Rizal to become a national hero?
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Rizal was baptized in the Catholic Church in Calamba, Laguna on __________.
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Which of the following was not listed as a reason for Rizal becoming the greatest national hero?
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What were some of the professions of Jose Rizal?
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Rizal was the first person to have a public funeral in the Philippines.
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Who was the head of the Taft Commission?
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Who is Jose Rizal?
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What is the birthdate of Jose Rizal?
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On what date did Jose Rizal die?
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Who was the head of the Philippine Revolutionary Government that celebrated Rizal's death anniversary in 1898?
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The day of Rizal's death is marked as a day of national mourning in the Philippines.
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Who chose Rizal to become a National Hero?
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Match the following criteria to the requirements for being declared a national hero by the Taft Commission:
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Why did Rizal become the greatest Filipino National Hero?
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What is the name of the parish priest who baptized Jose Rizal?
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Study Notes
Who is Jose Rizal
- Full name: José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda
- Born on June 19, 1861, in Calamba, Laguna, Philippines
- Died on December 30, 1896, executed by the Spanish colonial government
- Multifaceted individual: poet, novelist, historian, architect, painter, educator, linguist, musician, and more
- Considered the "First Malayan Hero" due to his profound impact on Filipino identity and nationalism
- Historical events from the 19th to early 20th centuries significantly influenced his character and contributions
Rizal Day Observance
- First observed by the Philippine Revolutionary Government under Emilio Aguinaldo in 1898
- December 30 designated as a day of national mourning and remembrance
- Observations from Antonio Guevarra noted towns in mourning with flags at half-mast to honor Rizal
- American author Mrs. Dauncey Campbell documented celebrations of "Rizal Day" during her visit in 1904 in Iloilo
Selection as National Hero
- Jose Rizal was chosen by the Taft Commission, led by William Howard Taft
- Commission members included both Americans and Filipinos, such as W. Morgan Shuster and Gregorio Araneta
- Criteria for a National Hero as declared by the Commission:
- Must be Filipino
- Must be deceased
- Must exhibit immeasurable love for the country
- Should have a low temper to represent Filipino emotional sensitivity
- Must have died in a dramatic manner
- Rizal met all the criteria, leading to his designation as the national hero
Significance of Rizal as a National Hero
- Rizal earned immense honor and recognition for his service to humanity, both during his life and posthumously
- Acknowledged by Filipinos and foreigners alike as a foremost leader and advocate for Filipino rights
- Insight from Prof. Blumentritt: described Rizal as the "greatest product of the Philippines" comparable to a rare comet appearing in history
Early Life of Rizal
- Baptized on June 22, 1861, in Calamba, Laguna, by Father Rufino Collantes
- Godfather was Father Pedro Casanas, a family friend and influential figure in his early life
Who is Jose Rizal
- Full name: José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda
- Born on June 19, 1861, in Calamba, Laguna, Philippines
- Died on December 30, 1896, executed by the Spanish colonial government
- Multifaceted individual: poet, novelist, historian, architect, painter, educator, linguist, musician, and more
- Considered the "First Malayan Hero" due to his profound impact on Filipino identity and nationalism
- Historical events from the 19th to early 20th centuries significantly influenced his character and contributions
Rizal Day Observance
- First observed by the Philippine Revolutionary Government under Emilio Aguinaldo in 1898
- December 30 designated as a day of national mourning and remembrance
- Observations from Antonio Guevarra noted towns in mourning with flags at half-mast to honor Rizal
- American author Mrs. Dauncey Campbell documented celebrations of "Rizal Day" during her visit in 1904 in Iloilo
Selection as National Hero
- Jose Rizal was chosen by the Taft Commission, led by William Howard Taft
- Commission members included both Americans and Filipinos, such as W. Morgan Shuster and Gregorio Araneta
- Criteria for a National Hero as declared by the Commission:
- Must be Filipino
- Must be deceased
- Must exhibit immeasurable love for the country
- Should have a low temper to represent Filipino emotional sensitivity
- Must have died in a dramatic manner
- Rizal met all the criteria, leading to his designation as the national hero
Significance of Rizal as a National Hero
- Rizal earned immense honor and recognition for his service to humanity, both during his life and posthumously
- Acknowledged by Filipinos and foreigners alike as a foremost leader and advocate for Filipino rights
- Insight from Prof. Blumentritt: described Rizal as the "greatest product of the Philippines" comparable to a rare comet appearing in history
Early Life of Rizal
- Baptized on June 22, 1861, in Calamba, Laguna, by Father Rufino Collantes
- Godfather was Father Pedro Casanas, a family friend and influential figure in his early life
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