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What is the significance of June 19, 1861 in relation to Jose Rizal?
What is the significance of June 19, 1861 in relation to Jose Rizal?
- It is the date of his baptism.
- It is when he was declared a national hero.
- It is the date he married Teodora.
- It marks his birth. (correct)
Who was Rizal's first teacher?
Who was Rizal's first teacher?
- Lorenzo Alonso
- Juan Mercado
- Brigida de Quintos
- Teodora Alonzo Realonda (correct)
Where was Jose Rizal born?
Where was Jose Rizal born?
- Manila
- Quezon City
- Biñan, Laguna
- Calamba, Laguna (correct)
What relationship did Jose Rizal have with Teodora Alonzo Realonda?
What relationship did Jose Rizal have with Teodora Alonzo Realonda?
What notable feature is associated with Calamba, the birthplace of Jose Rizal?
What notable feature is associated with Calamba, the birthplace of Jose Rizal?
When did Rizal's baptism take place?
When did Rizal's baptism take place?
What is the connection between Rizal's family and the Dominican Order?
What is the connection between Rizal's family and the Dominican Order?
Who were the parents of Teodora Alonzo Realonda?
Who were the parents of Teodora Alonzo Realonda?
Which childhood memory involved the family garden?
Which childhood memory involved the family garden?
What was the reason for the pilgrimage to Antipolo?
What was the reason for the pilgrimage to Antipolo?
What was significant about Rizal's appearance as a child?
What was significant about Rizal's appearance as a child?
How did the aya communicate with Rizal when he didn't want to eat?
How did the aya communicate with Rizal when he didn't want to eat?
What did Rizal feel when he first experienced a lake voyage?
What did Rizal feel when he first experienced a lake voyage?
Which family member was the last to die?
Which family member was the last to die?
What feeling did Rizal's childhood experiences often invoke in him?
What feeling did Rizal's childhood experiences often invoke in him?
What was a distinctive feature of Rizal's nocturnal walks?
What was a distinctive feature of Rizal's nocturnal walks?
What was the primary activity that Jose and his family engaged in during the evening?
What was the primary activity that Jose and his family engaged in during the evening?
Who was the sibling that Jose loved the most?
Who was the sibling that Jose loved the most?
What significant event occurred in Jose's life when he was just 3 years old?
What significant event occurred in Jose's life when he was just 3 years old?
What realization did the young moth come to regarding its fate?
What realization did the young moth come to regarding its fate?
Which activity did Jose's father provide for him to enjoy during the day?
Which activity did Jose's father provide for him to enjoy during the day?
What nickname was Jose commonly known by among the people in Calamba?
What nickname was Jose commonly known by among the people in Calamba?
How is Rizal described in relation to his talents during childhood?
How is Rizal described in relation to his talents during childhood?
What taught Jose to appreciate brotherly love?
What taught Jose to appreciate brotherly love?
What did Rizal use to create his early sketches?
What did Rizal use to create his early sketches?
What motivated the young José Rizal's determination to fight for his country?
What motivated the young José Rizal's determination to fight for his country?
What was the main theme of the story that made a profound impression on Jose?
What was the main theme of the story that made a profound impression on Jose?
What role did Rizal's family play in his artistic development?
What role did Rizal's family play in his artistic development?
What did Jose use to accompany him during his meditations at Laguna de Bay?
What did Jose use to accompany him during his meditations at Laguna de Bay?
What does the statue in Rizal's ancestral home depict?
What does the statue in Rizal's ancestral home depict?
At what age did Rizal begin to draw and mold objects?
At what age did Rizal begin to draw and mold objects?
What emotional response did Rizal have towards the situation of his homeland?
What emotional response did Rizal have towards the situation of his homeland?
Who accompanied Jose Rizal to the village school?
Who accompanied Jose Rizal to the village school?
What mode of transportation did Rizal use to travel to Binan?
What mode of transportation did Rizal use to travel to Binan?
What was Maestro Justiniano known for in his physical appearance?
What was Maestro Justiniano known for in his physical appearance?
Which subject did Rizal excel in, indicating his intellectual superiority?
Which subject did Rizal excel in, indicating his intellectual superiority?
In what activity did Andres Salandanan challenge Rizal?
In what activity did Andres Salandanan challenge Rizal?
Who was responsible for teaching Rizal wrestling?
Who was responsible for teaching Rizal wrestling?
What was the outcome of Rizal's academic performance in the village school?
What was the outcome of Rizal's academic performance in the village school?
Which family members did Rizal stay with while in Binan?
Which family members did Rizal stay with while in Binan?
Study Notes
Jose Rizal's Early Life
- Born on June 19, 1861, in Calamba, Laguna, Jose Rizal was the youngest of 13 children. His parents were Juan Mercado and Cirila Alejandro.
- Rizal's mother, Teodora Morales Alonzo Realonda, was his first teacher and significantly influenced his early education.
- Calamba, a picturesque hacienda town owned by the Dominican Order, was characterized by its verdant rice fields and sugar lands, with Mount Makiling nearby.
Childhood Experiences
- Early memories for Rizal included joyous moments spent in the family garden and a nipa cottage built by his father for his playtime.
- The Rizal family prioritized values such as truthfulness, love, and religious devotion, nurturing a close-knit family environment.
- Significant childhood sorrow included the loss of his beloved sister, Concha, who died at three years old, deeply affecting young Jose.
Family and Pilgrimages
- In June 1868, Rizal accompanied his father on a pilgrimage to Antipolo, which was significant for fulfilling his mother's vow made during his birth.
- This first lake voyage across Laguna de Bay instilled awe in young Rizal, as he marveled at the beauty of the night and the expanse of water.
Artistic and Intellectual Talents
- Rizal displayed early artistic skills, creating drawings and moldings without any assistance; his family recognized and encouraged his talents.
- As a child, he was reflective and melancholy, and his experiences inspired deeper thoughts about the conditions of his countrymen.
Formal Education in Binan
- In June 1869, Rizal moved to Binan, Laguna, where he attended a village school run by Maestro Justiniano Aquino Cruz.
- Accompanied by his brother Paciano, Rizal showed academic superiority and emerged as the best student in Spanish, Latin, and other subjects.
- Rizal faced challenges from peers, including wrestling and arm wrestling, which helped him build resilience and confidence.
Influence of Family Values
- Rizal's family environment emphasized companionship and love, with affectionate names like "Tatay" for father and "Nanay" for mother fostering a supportive atmosphere.
- Nightly rituals such as the Angelus prayer reinforced family bonds and a strong moral foundation.
Reflections and Memories
- Rizal's childhood reflections included a profound understanding of sacrifice and the harsh realities faced by his people, exemplified in the story of the young moth searching for light.
- Moments spent meditating by the shores of Laguna de Bay led to a contemplative nature, shaping his later thoughts and writings on social issues.
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