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Who was Jose Rizal's first teacher and what did she teach him?
Who was Jose Rizal's first teacher and what did she teach him?
Teodora Alonso taught him the abakada, how to read, and how to pray.
What event marked the first sorrow in Jose Rizal's life?
What event marked the first sorrow in Jose Rizal's life?
The death of his sister Concha marked his first sorrow.
What were the names of Jose Rizal's pets during his childhood?
What were the names of Jose Rizal's pets during his childhood?
His pets were a pony named Alipato and a big black dog named Usman.
Name one of the private tutors who taught Jose Rizal and the subject they taught.
Name one of the private tutors who taught Jose Rizal and the subject they taught.
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Describe the incident that led to Jose Rizal's first taste of injustice.
Describe the incident that led to Jose Rizal's first taste of injustice.
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At what age did Jose Rizal start studying in Binan, and who accompanied him?
At what age did Jose Rizal start studying in Binan, and who accompanied him?
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What motivated Doña Teodora's arrest, according to the context of the incident?
What motivated Doña Teodora's arrest, according to the context of the incident?
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Who taught Jose Rizal how to paint while he was in Binan?
Who taught Jose Rizal how to paint while he was in Binan?
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Study Notes
Childhood of Rizal
- Teodora Alonso, Rizal’s first teacher, introduced him to the abakada, reading, and prayer.
- Encouragement from Teodora led Rizal to explore poetry at a young age.
- By age five, Rizal showcased his artistic talents, drawing and sculpting objects he encountered.
Pets
- Rizal had a pony named Alipato.
- He also owned a big black dog called Usman.
First Sorrow
- Rizal experienced the profound grief of losing his sister, Concha.
Nicknames
- Family affectionately called him Ute.
- Locals from Calamba referred to him as Pepe.
Private Tutors
- Tutored by Leon Monroy, who taught him Latin before passing away five months into their sessions.
Education in Binan
- At age nine, Rizal moved to Binan for further studies, accompanied by his brother Paciano.
- Justiniano Aquino Cruz instructed him in Spanish and Latin, while Juancho taught him painting.
First School Brawl
- Encountered bully Pedro at school and boldly challenged him to a fight.
Return to Calamba
- After the incident in Binan, Rizal returned home and continued his education under Lucas Padua.
First Taste of Injustice
- At 11 years old, Rizal witnessed his mother's courage when she was wrongfully arrested by Spaniards, exemplifying the injustices faced by Filipinos.
- The arrest stemmed from a poisoning accusation linked to familial conflicts and misunderstandings with her brother's estranged wife, Teodora Alberto.
- Doña Teodora was made to walk 50 kilometers around Laguna as punishment for her alleged involvement.
Three Martyrs
- Jose Burgos, Mariano Gomez, and Jacinto Zamora were executed on February 17, 1872, for false allegations related to the Cavite uprising.
- They were garroted in Bagumbayan (now Rizal Park) under the governorship of Rafael Izquierdo.
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Explore the early life of Jose Rizal in this quiz based on Lesson 4. Learn about his first teacher, pets, first sorrow, and the influence of his education on his artistic talents. Test your knowledge of this significant phase in Rizal's life.
