29 Questions
Why did Rizal's sister, Neneng (Saturnina), bring him to Tanauan during his summer vacation?
To cheer him up because his mother was in prison
What was Rizal's second year like at school?
All of the above
Which book made a deep impression on the young Rizal?
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexander Dumas
Where did Rizal board during his second year of school in Manila?
At No. 6 Magallanes Street in Intramuros
What happened shortly after the opening of classes in Rizal's third year?
His mother was released from prison
Why did Rizal go to Santa Cruz without telling his father?
To visit his mother in prison
When was Don Francisco Engracio Rizal Mercado y Alejandra born?
May 11, 1818
Where did Don Francisco Rizal study Philosophy and Latin?
Colegio de San Jose in Manila
Why was Don Francisco Rizal evicted from his house in September 1899?
Failure in an agrarian case with friars
Who was Dona Teodora Morales Alonzo Realonda's father?
Lorenzo Alonzo
Which sibling of Jose Rizal was known as 'Neneng'?
Saturnina Hidalgo
Where did Dona Teodora Morales Alonzo Realonda attend college?
College of Santa Rosa
What was the main argument of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) against the Rizal Law?
Rizal's novels contain passages that contradict the teachings of the Catholic faith.
According to the proponents of the Rizal Law, what was the primary purpose of studying Rizal's novels?
To foster a better appreciation of Rizal's role in fighting for freedom.
What was the compromise version of the Rizal Bill proposed by Jose P. Laurel?
Rizal's other works, such as poems, would be included in addition to the novels.
According to the proponents, why was it important for Filipinos to read Rizal's novels?
To see themselves, their strengths, virtues, defects, and vices.
What was the argument of the CBCP regarding the inclusion of Rizal's novels in the curriculum?
The novels were forbidden under Canon Law 1399.
According to the compromise version, which students would be required to read the unexpurgated versions of Rizal's novels?
Only college students.
What was the common practice for students at the start of the day?
Attend morning mass
How were classes typically structured?
Began and ended with prayers
Which areas of study were emphasized at the Ateneo?
Physical culture, humanities, and scientific studies
What types of vocational courses were offered?
Agriculture, commerce, mechanics, and surveying
How was competition among students encouraged?
By dividing classes into two competing empires
What was Rizal's academic performance during his first year at the Ateneo?
He started poorly but became the class emperor by year's end
Why did Rizal struggle academically at UST?
Medicine was not his vocation.
What did Rizal experience in UST according to 'The Class In Physics'?
Humiliation and insult by Dominican professors.
Why did Rizal use the name Jose Mercado during his first travel abroad?
To disguise himself from Spanish authorities and friars.
Where did Rizal stay for 2 days during his first travel abroad?
Hotel dela Paz in Singapore.
What impressed Rizal during his visit to Naples?
The business activity, lively people, and scenic beauty of the city.
Explore arguments made by the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) regarding Rizal Law novels, claiming passages negate Catholic teachings, violate Church freedom, and blur the separation of Church and State.
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