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What event was commemorated on December 29, 1897, in honor of Jose Rizal?
What event was commemorated on December 29, 1897, in honor of Jose Rizal?
Which two countries remained unaffected by Western imperial control in Asia?
Which two countries remained unaffected by Western imperial control in Asia?
Who edited the newspaper La Independencia during the revolution?
Who edited the newspaper La Independencia during the revolution?
What proclamation did President Abraham Lincoln issue related to the civil war around the time of Rizal's birth?
What proclamation did President Abraham Lincoln issue related to the civil war around the time of Rizal's birth?
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What significant political change occurred for Spain during Rizal's lifetime?
What significant political change occurred for Spain during Rizal's lifetime?
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What is the main purpose of Republic Act 1425?
What is the main purpose of Republic Act 1425?
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Which novels are specifically mentioned in the context of Republic Act 1425?
Which novels are specifically mentioned in the context of Republic Act 1425?
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What does the term 'Bill' refer to in the legislative context?
What does the term 'Bill' refer to in the legislative context?
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How is Republic Act 1425 relevant to educational institutions?
How is Republic Act 1425 relevant to educational institutions?
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What historical context supports the implementation of Republic Act 1425?
What historical context supports the implementation of Republic Act 1425?
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Study Notes
Rizal Law
- Republic Act 1425
- Mandates the study of Rizal's life, works, and writings, especially his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo
- Emphasizes the importance of rededication to ideals of freedom and nationalism, inspired by Rizal's legacy
Jose Rizal's Life
- Born on June 19, 1861
- Experienced the American Civil War (1861-1865)
- Early education heavily influenced by his family, including his mother, Teodora Alonzo Realonda
- Key figures in his early life:
- Father - Francisco Mercado
- Uncles: Jose Alberto, Manuel, and Gregorio
- Early teachers:
- Maestro Celestino
- Maestro Lucas Padua
- Early interests:
- Reading, writing, sculpting, painting
- Influenced by the execution of three Filipino priests (Padre Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora) on February 17, 1872
Early Education
- Attended Ateneo de Manila (1872-1873)
- Received the highest grades in all subjects
- Was initially denied admission to Ateneo due to his age and being late to enrollment
- Experienced Ateneo's two student groups:
- Roman Empire (Red banner)
- Carthaginian Empire (Blue banner)
Rizal's Literary Works
- Completed writing "Noli Me Tangere" on February 21, 1887
- Found a printing press in Berlin, Germany:
- Berliner Buchdruckrei-Action-Gesselschaft
- Printed 2,000 copies of the novel for 300 pesos
Travel to Europe
- Left for Europe with Dr. Maximo Viola on May 11, 1887 by train
- Traveled during the start of spring
- Carried along with him letters from family and friends
- Arrived in Potsdam, Berlin (made famous by Frederick the Great)
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This quiz explores the Rizal Law, Republic Act 1425, which mandates the study of Jose Rizal's life, works, and writings, especially his significant novels, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo. It highlights the importance of nationalism and freedom inspired by Rizal's legacy.
