Noli Me Tangere Overview

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What significant meeting did they attend in Leitmeritz?

A beer festival

A meeting of the Tourist's Club (correct)

A lecture on Czech history

A cultural exchange program

Which notable individual was met during their visit to Leitmeritz?

Copernicus

Dr. Willkomm

Prof. Robert Klutschak

Dr. Carlos Czelpelak (correct)

Which city is noted for having the Tomb of Copernicus?

Vienna

Brunn

Leitmeritz

Prague (correct)

On what date did they leave Leitmeritz by train?

May 16, 1887 Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the reasons Rizal was fascinated by Vienna?

Its beautiful buildings and majestic charm Signup and view all the answers

Who was among the first to receive a copy of the novel Noli Me Tangere?

Mariano Ponce Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the author's desire to faithfully reproduce the social condition of the Philippines?

To expose the social injustices faced by the Indigenous peoples. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event does Don Crisóstomo Ibarra confront upon his return to the Philippines?

The oppression of the Indigenous population by Spanish colonialism. Signup and view all the answers

In what narrative style is Noli Me Tangere predominantly written?

Third person. Signup and view all the answers

What was the date on which the novel Noli Me Tangere was first printed?

March 21, 1887. Signup and view all the answers

What element of the novel does the author emphasize by stating he sacrifices vanity for truth?

The historical accuracy of events. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply by stating he will 'raise a part of the veil that covers the evil'?

He will expose harsh realities to bring awareness. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Noli Me Tangere contributes to its satirical tone?

The portrayal of the wealthy ruling class. Signup and view all the answers

What was Dr. Jose Rizal's primary criticism regarding the exhibition of Igorots in the 1887 Madrid Exposition?

He opposed the degradation and ridicule of his fellow Filipinos. Signup and view all the answers

How did Rizal react to the news of illnesses among the Filipinos exhibited in Madrid?

He sarcastically wished they all got sick and suffered no more. Signup and view all the answers

What location did Rizal describe as 'the grandeur that was Rome' in his letters?

Rome Signup and view all the answers

On which date did Rizal arrive in Rome?

June 27, 1887 Signup and view all the answers

What was Rizal's state upon returning to his hotel after visiting the Vatican?

He felt exhausted but satisfied with the day. Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal observe during his Danubian voyage to Lintz?

Barges loaded with products Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal and Viola do after arriving in Lintz?

Travel overland to Salzburg Signup and view all the answers

Which city's cathedral did Rizal and Viola remark as 'the largest and tallest in all Germany'?

Ulm Signup and view all the answers

Which river is known as Europe's second-longest river?

Danube Signup and view all the answers

What activity did Rizal and Viola partake in while in Geneva?

Boating on Lake Leman Signup and view all the answers

Who spoke highly of Rizal during this period?

Norfenfals Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal and Viola find in Nuremberg that impressed them?

The manufacture of dolls Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal express resentment about during his travels?

The exhibition of Igorots in Madrid Signup and view all the answers

Who was the character that represented Rizal himself in the novel?

Ibarra Signup and view all the answers

Which character is identified as the author’s elder brother?

Tasio Signup and view all the answers

What event put Rizal in a situation where he almost faced deportation?

Failure to get a passport Signup and view all the answers

What financial assistance did Dr. Maximo Viola provide to Rizal?

Financing the printing of Noli Me Tangere Signup and view all the answers

Which character in the novel is identified with the name of a domineering friar?

Padre Damaso Signup and view all the answers

What chapter was completely deleted from the manuscript to save printing expenses?

Chapter of Elias and Solome Signup and view all the answers

Who was Capitan Tiago based on in real life?

Capitan Hilario Sunico Signup and view all the answers

What effect did Rizal's mastery of the German language have on the police chief?

It impressed him and allowed Rizal to stay. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Noli Me Tangere

The novel depicts Don Crisóstomo Ibarra's return to the Philippines after seven years in Europe.
Ibarra observes the oppression of the indigenous population by Spanish colonialism.
He attempts to address the oppression, but encounters resistance from those threatened by his actions.

Printing of the Novel

Noli Me Tangere was published on March 21, 1887.
Rizal sent copies to close friends including Blumentritt, Dr. Antonio Ma. Regidor, Lopez Jaena, Mariano Ponce, and Felix R. Hidalgo.
A complimentary copy was given to Maximo Viola with the inscription: "To my dear friend, Maximo Viola, the first to read and appreciate my work - Jose Rizal."

The Novel's Truthfulness

Rizal claimed the places, characters, and situations in the novel were real, stating "The facts I said Rizal, "are all true and have happened; I narrate there, can prove them."
Maria Clara, the novel's heroine, is based on Leonor Rivera, although unlike the fictional character, Rivera later married an Englishman.
Ibarra and Elias represent Rizal himself, while Tasio the philosopher is based on his brother, Paciano.

Rizal's travels

Rizal and Viola traveled to Europe in 1887.
Their journey included Germany, Austria-Hungary, Switzerland, and Italy.
Rizal experienced poverty and illness during his time in Berlin, requiring Viola's financial assistance for the printing of Noli Me Tangere.

Rizal's Travels in Europe

Rizal visited various historical sites and cities, including Prague, Vienna, Lintz, Salzburg, Munich, Nuremberg, Ulm, Stuttgart, Baden, and Rheinfall.
He was fascinated by the cities’ architecture, cultural attractions, and natural landscapes, including the Danube River.
Rizal encountered many scholars and notable figures, including Norfenfals, an Austrian novelist, and Dr. Carlos Czelpelak, a Polish scholar.

The Exhibition of Igorots in Madrid

Rizal expressed dismay at the exhibition of Igorots (indigenous Filipinos) at the 1887 Madrid Exposition.
He viewed it as degrading and disrespectful to his fellow Filipinos.
In letters to Blumentritt, he wrote about the exhibition and his frustrations.

Rizal's Journey Across Europe

After leaving Germany, Rizal and Viola traveled to Switzerland, stopping at Geneva and the foggy Lake Leman.
They continued their journey to Italy, visiting Turin, Milan, Venice, Florence, and Rome.
Rizal's travels across Europe provide valuable cultural and historical insight into the period and his experiences as a young Filipino abroad.

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