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Which of the following factors significantly contributed to Rizal's nationalist sentiment, as evidenced by his poem 'Sa Aking mga Kabata'?
Which of the following factors significantly contributed to Rizal's nationalist sentiment, as evidenced by his poem 'Sa Aking mga Kabata'?
- The stories his mother told him about Spanish culture.
- The injustices suffered by his mother, Doña Teodora. (correct)
- His early exposure to philosophical texts at the College of San Jose.
- His proficiency in Spanish from a young age.
How did Lieutenant-General Jose Lemery's governance impact the Rizal family?
How did Lieutenant-General Jose Lemery's governance impact the Rizal family?
- Lemery facilitated land acquisition for the Rizal family.
- Lemery directly sponsored Rizal's education in Manila.
- Lemery's term coincided with Rizal's birth. (correct)
- Lemery's policies led to increased prosperity for the Mercado family.
Considering the roles of Rizal's siblings, which sibling's experiences MOST directly involved them in the revolutionary movement against Spanish colonial rule?
Considering the roles of Rizal's siblings, which sibling's experiences MOST directly involved them in the revolutionary movement against Spanish colonial rule?
- Saturnina Rizal
- Maria Rizal
- Narcisa Rizal
- Paciano Rizal (correct)
Which of the following best describes Dona Teodora Alonso Realonda's influence on Rizal's intellectual development?
Which of the following best describes Dona Teodora Alonso Realonda's influence on Rizal's intellectual development?
How did the execution of the GOM-BUR-ZA priests MOST likely shape Rizal's later activism?
How did the execution of the GOM-BUR-ZA priests MOST likely shape Rizal's later activism?
In what way did Rizal's father, Don Francisco Mercado, influence Rizal's development, according to Rizal himself?
In what way did Rizal's father, Don Francisco Mercado, influence Rizal's development, according to Rizal himself?
Which aspect of the Jesuit system of education at Ateneo de Manila MOST contributed to fostering a competitive academic environment?
Which aspect of the Jesuit system of education at Ateneo de Manila MOST contributed to fostering a competitive academic environment?
Considering Rizal's experience at the University of Santo Tomas, what factor MOST contributed to his unhappiness there?
Considering Rizal's experience at the University of Santo Tomas, what factor MOST contributed to his unhappiness there?
How did Rizal's study of the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexander Dumas potentially influence his own writings and perspective?
How did Rizal's study of the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexander Dumas potentially influence his own writings and perspective?
Which of Rizal's mentors had the GREATEST impact on Rizal's decision to excel academically?
Which of Rizal's mentors had the GREATEST impact on Rizal's decision to excel academically?
What can be inferred about the socio-economic status of the Rizal family during Jose's childhood?
What can be inferred about the socio-economic status of the Rizal family during Jose's childhood?
Considering Rizal's various artistic and literary pursuits during his time at Ateneo, how did Father Jose Vilaclara's advice MOST likely impact Rizal's activities?
Considering Rizal's various artistic and literary pursuits during his time at Ateneo, how did Father Jose Vilaclara's advice MOST likely impact Rizal's activities?
What was the initial impact of Doña Teodora's unjust imprisonment on Rizal's perception of Spanish colonial rule?
What was the initial impact of Doña Teodora's unjust imprisonment on Rizal's perception of Spanish colonial rule?
What was the PRIMARY reason for Rizal's first poem?
What was the PRIMARY reason for Rizal's first poem?
Which event in Rizal's life MOST directly led to his familiarity with the injustices of the Spanish colonial government?
Which event in Rizal's life MOST directly led to his familiarity with the injustices of the Spanish colonial government?
How did Rizal demonstrate 'predilection to help the helpless at the risk of his own life?'
How did Rizal demonstrate 'predilection to help the helpless at the risk of his own life?'
What was the PRIMARY impact of Rizal's surveying course at Ateneo?
What was the PRIMARY impact of Rizal's surveying course at Ateneo?
Which family member influenced Rizal's appreciation for nature and physical education?
Which family member influenced Rizal's appreciation for nature and physical education?
What was Rizal known as during his fourth year in Ateneo?
What was Rizal known as during his fourth year in Ateneo?
How did Rizal learn to read and speak Spanish so well?
How did Rizal learn to read and speak Spanish so well?
Flashcards
Jose Protacio Rizal Alonzo Y Realonda
Jose Protacio Rizal Alonzo Y Realonda
Born in Calamba, Laguna on June 19, 1861, and baptized in the Catholic Church in Calamba. His name means "green fields".
Don Francisco Mercado
Don Francisco Mercado
Father of Rizal, born in Binan, Laguna on May 11, 1818, studied Latin and Philosophy at the College of San Jose in Manila. Rizal called him "a model of fathers".
Dona Teodora Alonso Realonda
Dona Teodora Alonso Realonda
Mother of Rizal, born in Manila on November 8, 1826, educated at the College of Santa Rosa. She was known for her knowledge of literature and ability to speak Spanish.
Saturnina Rizal Mercado De Hidalgo
Saturnina Rizal Mercado De Hidalgo
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Paciano Rizal Mercado Y Alonso Realonda
Paciano Rizal Mercado Y Alonso Realonda
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Un Recuerdo A Mi Pueblo
Un Recuerdo A Mi Pueblo
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Sa Aking mga Kabata
Sa Aking mga Kabata
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Maestro Celestino
Maestro Celestino
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Martyrdom of GOM-BUR-ZA
Martyrdom of GOM-BUR-ZA
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Father Jose Bech
Father Jose Bech
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The Count of Monte Cristo
The Count of Monte Cristo
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Father Jose Vilaclara
Father Jose Vilaclara
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Mi Primera Inspiracion
Mi Primera Inspiracion
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Perito Agrimensor
Perito Agrimensor
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Unhappy days at the UST
Unhappy days at the UST
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Study Notes
Rizal's Birth and Family
- Born in Calamba, Laguna on June 19, 1861
- Baptized on June 22, 1861 in a Catholic Church in Calamba
Rizal's Parents
- Father: Don Francisco Mercado (1818-1898)
- Born in Biñan, Laguna on May 11, 1818
- Studied in Manila
- Died in Manila on January 5, 1898 at 80 years old
- Affectionately called "a model of Fathers" by Rizal
- Mother: Doña Teodora Alonso Realonda (1826-1911)
- Born in Manila on November 8, 1826
- Educated at the College of Santa Rosa
- Died on August 16, 1911 in Manila at 85 years old
Rizal's Siblings
- Saturnina Rizal Mercado De Hidalgo "Neneng": Eldest sister, married to Manuel T. Hidalgo from Tanawan, Batangas
- Paciano Rizal Mercado Y Alonso Realonda "Nor Paciano": Filipino general and revolutionary, the "Most noble of Filipinos"
- Narcisa Alonso Rizal "Sisa": Married to Antonio Lopez, musician and teacher
- Olimpia Rizal Mercado Y Alonso Realonda "Ypia": Married to Silvestre Ubaldo, telegraph operator
- Lucia Alonso Herbosa "Lucay": Married to Mariano Herbosa, her husband died of cholera
- Maria Alonso Mercado Rizal "Biang": Married to Daniel Faustino Cruz
- Jose Rizal "Pepe": The greatest Filipino hero and peerless genius
- Concepcion Alonso Mercado Rizal "Conha": Died at 3 years old
- Josefa Rizal Mercado "Panngoy": Became a member of Katipunan
- Trinidad Rizal Y Alonso "Trining": Founder of a feminist organization
- Soledad Mercado Realonda Rizal "Choleng": Youngest child, married to Pantaleon Quintero
Early Education
- First tutor: Maestro Celestino
- Second tutor: Maestro Lucas Padua
- Leon Monroy instructed in Spanish and Latin
- Maestro Justiniano Aquino Cruz taught in Biñan
Childhood
- Wrote "Un Recuerdo A Mi Pueblo" in 1876
- Composed "Sa Aking mga Kabata" at age 8
Influences
- Jose Alberto inspired artistic abilities
- Manuel Alberto taught love for the outdoors
- Gregorio de Quintos Alonso instilled a love for education
- Father Leoncio Lopez fostered scholarship
Imprisonment of Mother
- Doña Teodora was arrested with malicious charges
- Antonio Vivencio del Rosario helped to arrest Doña Teodora
- Incarcerated at the provincial prison for 2.5 years
Ateneo de Manila
- Jesuit system divided students into groups (Roman Empire and Carthaginian Empire)
- First year professor: Father Jose Bech
- June 16, 1875, became an interno (boarder)
- Interno was one of the great or excellent student
- Padre Francisco de Paula Sanchez was a educator and scholar
- March 23, 1877, received Bachelor of Arts degree with highest honors
Anecdotes and Poems
- Felix M. Roxas shared an incident of Rizal's forgiveness
- "Mi Primera Inspiracion" (1874) was probably the first poem in Ateneo
- "Al Niño Jesus" written in 1875
University of Santo Tomas
- In April 1877, matriculated and studied Philosophy and Letters
- Studied at Ateneo and took a vocational course to be an expert suveyor
- November 25, 1881, got the title for expert surveyor
- Joined the Liceo Artistico-Literario of Manila in 1879
Literary Works and Societies
- Junto al Pasig staged December 8, 1880
- Founded the secret society Compañerismo
- Rizal composed poems like A Filipinas and AI M.R.P. Pablo Ramon
Discontent at UST
- Felt suffocated at the University of Santo Tomas
- Unhappy due to hostile Dominican professors, racial discrimination, and obsolete teaching methods
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