Rizal and the Propaganda Movement
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What did Rizal believe was necessary to improve colonial administration in the Philippines?

  • Establishment of local government units
  • Removal of Spaniards from Philippine territory
  • Restoration of Philippine representation in the Spanish Cortes (correct)
  • Complete independence from Spain

What was one of the initial grievances regarding the representation in the Spanish Cortes?

  • Filipino deputies were accused of corruption.
  • The Spanish monarch did not recognize the Philippines.
  • The Constitution of 1812 was abolished. (correct)
  • Filipinos were not allowed to vote.

What change did Rizal propose for the language of instruction in schools?

  • Spanish should remain the language of instruction.
  • The vernacular should be the language of instruction. (correct)
  • Latin should be introduced as a primary language.
  • English should be the primary language.

What type of education did Rizal strongly advocate for?

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What was the purpose of the Spanish Cortes in relation to the prime minister?

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What observation did Rizal make about the primary education provided in the Philippines?

<p>It was inadequate for developing useful citizens. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which decree initially led to the establishment of some semblance of primary education in the Philippines?

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What did the restoration of the Spanish Cortes in 1821 signify for the Philippines?

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What was one of the main objectives of the Propaganda Movement?

<p>To campaign for reforms in society (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were referred to as Ilustrados during the Propaganda Movement?

<p>Educated Filipinos from universities in Europe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the lower-class Filipinos resort to in expressing their hatred towards the Spaniards?

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What motivated wealthy Filipinos to migrate to Europe during the Propaganda Movement?

<p>To study professional courses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did propagandists maintain communication with each other during the movement?

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What was a significant outcome of the Propaganda Movement for Filipino intellectuals?

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What characterizes the Propaganda Movement in relation to education?

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What was a primary reaction to the oppression faced by Filipinos under Spanish rule?

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What was one of Rizal's main goals regarding manual labor?

<p>To instill the dignity of manual labor in people's minds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal demand regarding government positions in the Philippines?

<p>An equal division of government posts between Filipinos and Spaniards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Rizal believe reforms should be pursued?

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What was identified as a failure in the reform movement?

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Who founded the newspaper La Solidaridad?

<p>Graciano Lopez-Jaena (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the aims of La Solidaridad?

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What financial challenge did reformists in Spain and the Philippines face?

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What sentiment did Rizal express in his letters regarding the common good?

<p>He believed sacrifice was essential for the common good (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the newspaper La Solidaridad?

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Which pseudonym did Rizal use when writing for La Solidaridad?

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What was the central theme of Rizal's article 'A la Defensa'?

<p>Defense against prejudicial claims about Filipinos (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What misconception does 'La Verdad Para Todos' address regarding Filipino officials?

<p>They lack intelligence based on the actions of a few (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context was 'Una Profanacion' written?

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What did Rizal argue in his article 'Crueldad'?

<p>That personal attacks are not conducive to rational debate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event led to Rizal deciding to stop writing for La Solidaridad?

<p>His eventual disagreement with propaganda strategies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the publication date of Rizal's article 'La Verdad Para Todos'?

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Flashcards

Propaganda Movement

A campaign for reforms in the Philippines during Spanish colonial rule.

Ilustrados

Educated Filipinos who were part of the Propaganda Movement, often university graduates from Europe.

Rizal's view on Education

Rizal believed education was important for reform in Philippine society.

Rizal's Propaganda Involvement

Rizal participated in the Propaganda Movement's efforts to improve Philippine society under Spanish rule.

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Filipino Reform Campaign Abroad

Filipinos who left the Philippines to campaign for reforms in Europe. Study motivated but driven by social mission.

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Collaboration

Filipino intellectuals in the Philippines worked with those abroad to drive a nationalistic movement.

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Lower Class Resistance

The lower classes in the Philippines used unconventional methods to express resistance against the Spanish.

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Campaign for Liberation

The Filipino people's relentless struggle to seek liberation from the tyrannical Spanish rule through different forms of action.

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Philippine Representation in Cortes

The Philippines' right to send representatives to the Spanish Cortes, a powerful legislative body in Spain.

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Cortes (Spanish)

The powerful legislative body in Spain, composed of the Congress of Deputies and the Senate. It's responsible for legislative actions and could impeach the Prime Minister.

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1812 Constitution

A Spanish constitution that granted Philippine representation in the Cortes. This representation was eventually lost.

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Primary Education Reform

Rizal's call for a better primary education system in the Philippines, emphasizing vernacular language and practical subjects.

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Vernacular Language

Using the local language, in this case Filipino, as the primary language of instruction in schools.

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Vocational Education

Rizal supported establishing schools focusing on practical skills (e.g., farming, carpentry) in provincial capitals.

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Educational Decrees of 1863

Earlier decrees in Spain that established a limited primary education system in the Philippines.

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Inadequate Primary Education

Rizal's assessment that existing primary education was not sufficient for the Philippines' needs.

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Rizal's Reform Goals

Rizal advocated for reforms in the Philippines, including improvements in manual labor's reputation, government administration, and equal opportunities for Filipinos and Spaniards in government positions.

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Philippine Reform Movement

A campaign by Filipinos in Spain and the Philippines to implement needed structural changes in the Philippine government.

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Obstacles to Reform

Several factors hindered the reform movement, including Spanish officials' priorities, financial constraints, internal divisions among reformers, and influence of friars and officials on Spanish bureaucracy.

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La Solidaridad

A Filipino newspaper founded by Lopez-Jaena to promote interest in the Philippines and fight for progress.

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Key Aims of La Solidaridad

La Solidaridad aimed to combat reaction, prevent the Philippines from remaining undeveloped, spread liberal ideas, and advocate for progress.

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Government Reform Needs

The government administration was plagued by bureaucratic inefficiencies that were frustrating for Filipinos.

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Equal Representation

Rizal's demand for equal number of Filipinos and Spaniards in government positions.

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Peaceful Reform

Rizal's approach to reforms emphasized non-violent measures, with force only as a last resort.

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Rizal's 'A la Defensa'

An article written by Rizal in response to a Spanish author who claimed that Filipinos were ignorant and their hatred of friars would ruin the Philippines.

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Rizal's 'La Verdad Para todos'

An article defending Filipinos against the Spanish claim that Filipinos were ignorant, arguing that the sins of the few should not be attributed to the entire race.

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Rizal's 'Vicente Barrantes Teatro Tagal'

An article exposing the ignorance of Spanish writer Vicente Barrantes on Tagalog theatrical art, particularly criticising his claims about Tagalog theater in Barcelona.

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Rizal's 'Una Profanacion'

An article condemning the friars in Calamba for denying a Christian burial to Rizal's brother-in-law and another man who died of cholera.

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Pen Names in La Solidaridad

Filipino writers in La Solidaridad used pen names to protect their identities from Spanish authorities.

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Rizal's 'Crueldad'

An article defending Professor Blumentritt, a German friend of Rizal, from attacks by Spanish writers, whom Rizal considered personal and unreasonable.

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Rizal and La Solidaridad

Rizal initially contributed significantly to La Solidaridad, but later withdrew despite the pleas of his friends.

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Study Notes

Propaganda Movement Objectives

  • Reflect on Rizal's views on education
  • Understand Rizal's involvement in the Propaganda Movement
  • Experience campaigning for societal reforms

Propaganda Movement Description

  • The struggle for liberation from the Spanish was intense and dramatic
  • Oppressive intrusion led to desire for reforms, expressed openly by the lower class
  • Filipinos used farming tools as weapons (e.g., bolos, bamboos)
  • Spiritual leaders guided and protected fighters
  • Liberal nationalists used education and writing (books, poems, essays) to express their despair and advocate for reforms
  • Associations were formed to support the movement

Filipino Migration to Europe

  • Wealthy Filipinos migrated to Europe to escape oppressive atmosphere
  • They initiated sustained campaigns for reforms in the Philippines
  • Filipino intellectuals collaborated with European intellectuals to form nationalistic societies
  • Some Filipinos were abroad to study and improve their skills for future employment in the Philippines

Propaganda Movement's Purpose

  • The movement was for reform in the Philippines
  • Activists were called Ilustrados, referring to their education in European universities
  • Communication was maintained through sending information and materials, especially to the Philippines and abroad
  • The movement sought liberation from the Spanish regime, through Rizal's demands

Restoration of Philippine Representation

  • The Philippines first gained representation in the Spanish Cortes during the 1812 Constitution
  • Representation was later lost due to changes in the Spanish Constitution
  • It was later regained in 1821 and 1837
  • Rizal believed this representation was crucial to exposing and stopping abuses in the Philippines, potentially improving colonial administration

Cortes' Description

  • Cortes is the most powerful governmental institution
  • Made up of a lower house (Congress of Deputies) and an upper chamber (Senate)
  • Accuses the prime minister (or ministers) if necessary, for offences against the state

Further Information on the Cortes

  • Reestablishment of the Cortes (legislative body) and restoration of the Constitution of 1812
  • Governor-General Mariano Fernandez de Folgueras and Archbishop Luis de Arejola led the election of Filipino deputies

Extension and Improvement of Primary Education

  • Rizal criticized existing primary education (insufficient, not suitable for Filipinos)
  • A call for vernacular language instruction (Filipino languages), and practical subjects (e.g., farming, carpentry)
  • Advocated for vocational schools, to improve the status of manual labour and useful citizens

Rizal's Letter to Bluementritt

  • On January 31, 1889, Rizal explained achieving reforms through noble and just means
  • Filipinos should work to achieve happiness without resorting to violence

Letter to Marcelo H. Del Pilar

  • On June 22, 1889, Rizal discussed reform approaches
  • Force should only be used when non-violent means fail, as an act of self-preservation

Failures of Reform Movement

  • Spanish officials prioritized their own affairs, over the recognition of the Philippines
  • Financial constraints due to limited monetary support for reformers
  • Disunity among the reformers
  • Spanish bureaucracy heavily influenced by the friars and officials

La Solidaridad Newspaper

  • Graciano Lopez-Jaena founded La Solidaridad in 1889
  • To promote the Philippines' interest
  • Served as a mouthpiece for the Filipino movement in Spain
  • Published helpful information, news essays, and articles

La Solidaridad's Aims

  • Counter negative aspects of Spanish rule in the Philippines
  • Fight against reactions to keep the Philippines backward
  • Promote liberal ideas
  • Defend progress
  • Contributors used pen names (e.g., Rizal-Dimasalang, Ponce-Tikbalang) for security purposes

Rizal's Articles in La Solidaridad

  • "A la Defensa" (April 30, 1889) - Reply to anti-Filipino article, argued that hatred against friars would harm the Philippines
  • "La Verdad Para Todos" (May 31, 1889) - Defended the claim that Filipino officials lacked awareness of Spanish claims
  • Other articles addressed specific issues and criticism (e.g., Vicente Barrantes Teatro Tagal, Una Profanacion, Crueldad)

Rizal's Decision to Leave La Solidaridad

  • Rizal stopped writing for La Solidaridad, prioritizing his book "El Filibusterismo"
  • Believed unity was required, and that leadership should be left to those more qualified
  • His work left him free, and enhanced his prestige

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