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Which character symbolizes the oppressive role of the church in the story?
Which character symbolizes the oppressive role of the church in the story?
Who does the character Simoun represent in the novel?
Who does the character Simoun represent in the novel?
Which character is portrayed as the idealistic side of Rizal?
Which character is portrayed as the idealistic side of Rizal?
What event does the blowing up of Juanito Pelaez's house allude to?
What event does the blowing up of Juanito Pelaez's house allude to?
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Which character symbolizes the poor peasant farmers in the story?
Which character symbolizes the poor peasant farmers in the story?
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Which character reflects the playful and sarcastic side of Rizal?
Which character reflects the playful and sarcastic side of Rizal?
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Fr.Fernandez is an allusion to which real-life figure?
Fr.Fernandez is an allusion to which real-life figure?
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What does the character Matang Lawin symbolize?
What does the character Matang Lawin symbolize?
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What could have been a major reason for Rizal's changing view on Spanish rule?
What could have been a major reason for Rizal's changing view on Spanish rule?
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What theme is most prominent in Rizal's novel 'El Filibusterismo'?
What theme is most prominent in Rizal's novel 'El Filibusterismo'?
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What can be inferred about the purpose of Rizal’s writings during his lifetime?
What can be inferred about the purpose of Rizal’s writings during his lifetime?
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How did Rizal’s view of the Spanish government evolve throughout his life?
How did Rizal’s view of the Spanish government evolve throughout his life?
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What is one consequence of Rizal's changing views on Spanish rule displayed in his writings?
What is one consequence of Rizal's changing views on Spanish rule displayed in his writings?
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Which aspect of social injustice is highlighted in 'El Filibusterismo'?
Which aspect of social injustice is highlighted in 'El Filibusterismo'?
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Which literary device does Rizal extensively utilize in 'El Filibusterismo' to convey his views?
Which literary device does Rizal extensively utilize in 'El Filibusterismo' to convey his views?
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How did Rizal's education abroad affect his views on colonialism?
How did Rizal's education abroad affect his views on colonialism?
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What was one of the main causes of indolence among Filipinos as suggested in the analysis?
What was one of the main causes of indolence among Filipinos as suggested in the analysis?
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According to Rizal, what is the effect of working under the tropical sun compared to a temperate climate?
According to Rizal, what is the effect of working under the tropical sun compared to a temperate climate?
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Which factor does Rizal identify as contributing to the lack of progress among Filipinos?
Which factor does Rizal identify as contributing to the lack of progress among Filipinos?
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What does Rizal suggest about the state of the Filipino nation under colonial rule?
What does Rizal suggest about the state of the Filipino nation under colonial rule?
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What societal issue does Rizal associate with the absence of peace and unity among Filipinos?
What societal issue does Rizal associate with the absence of peace and unity among Filipinos?
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What does Rizal imply about the educational system available to Filipinos during colonial times?
What does Rizal imply about the educational system available to Filipinos during colonial times?
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Which character symbolizes the plight of poor peasant farmers in El Filibusterismo?
Which character symbolizes the plight of poor peasant farmers in El Filibusterismo?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for the indolence in the Philippines?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for the indolence in the Philippines?
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How does Rizal categorize the Filipinos in the context of nationhood?
How does Rizal categorize the Filipinos in the context of nationhood?
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What was the reason for the postponement of the publication of El Filibusterismo on August 6, 1891?
What was the reason for the postponement of the publication of El Filibusterismo on August 6, 1891?
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Why was Simoun referred to as the 'Brown Cardinal' or 'Black Eminence'?
Why was Simoun referred to as the 'Brown Cardinal' or 'Black Eminence'?
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In which location was El Filibusterismo published?
In which location was El Filibusterismo published?
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Which policy required Filipinos aged 16 to 60 to work forcibly during the Spanish regime?
Which policy required Filipinos aged 16 to 60 to work forcibly during the Spanish regime?
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The essay Sobre La Indolencia de los Filipinos was published in which publication in 1890?
The essay Sobre La Indolencia de los Filipinos was published in which publication in 1890?
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Which event was a brief uprising of Filipino soldiers that served as a pretext for Spanish suppression?
Which event was a brief uprising of Filipino soldiers that served as a pretext for Spanish suppression?
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What is the significance of the GomBurZa execution in the context of Filipino nationalism?
What is the significance of the GomBurZa execution in the context of Filipino nationalism?
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What event prevented Simoun from initiating his armed revolution?
What event prevented Simoun from initiating his armed revolution?
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What item did Simoun give to Paulita Gomez and Juanito Pelaez on their wedding day?
What item did Simoun give to Paulita Gomez and Juanito Pelaez on their wedding day?
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Who warned Isagani about the danger of the lightened lamp?
Who warned Isagani about the danger of the lightened lamp?
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How did Simoun ultimately escape capture by the soldiers?
How did Simoun ultimately escape capture by the soldiers?
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What was the main goal of Simoun's grand plot?
What was the main goal of Simoun's grand plot?
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What was Isagani's initial reaction upon learning about the danger posed by the lamp?
What was Isagani's initial reaction upon learning about the danger posed by the lamp?
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What eventually revealed Simoun's revolutionary plot?
What eventually revealed Simoun's revolutionary plot?
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What did Padre Florentino do after Simoun's confession?
What did Padre Florentino do after Simoun's confession?
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What was the fate of most copies of El Filibusterismo when they were sent to Manila?
What was the fate of most copies of El Filibusterismo when they were sent to Manila?
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What was the age of Father Gomez at the time of his execution as stated in the dedication?
What was the age of Father Gomez at the time of his execution as stated in the dedication?
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What significant event involving the three martyred priests is mentioned in Rizal's dedication?
What significant event involving the three martyred priests is mentioned in Rizal's dedication?
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How does El Filibusterismo differ from Noli Me Tangere in terms of tone?
How does El Filibusterismo differ from Noli Me Tangere in terms of tone?
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What was missing in the printed version of El Filibusterismo to conserve costs?
What was missing in the printed version of El Filibusterismo to conserve costs?
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What did Rizal hope to achieve concerning the memory of the three priests?
What did Rizal hope to achieve concerning the memory of the three priests?
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What aspect of the Spanish government's actions is highlighted in the preface of El Filibusterismo?
What aspect of the Spanish government's actions is highlighted in the preface of El Filibusterismo?
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What was the incorrect age listed for Father Burgos in the dedication of El Filibusterismo?
What was the incorrect age listed for Father Burgos in the dedication of El Filibusterismo?
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Study Notes
Rizal's Correspondence Learning Module
- Module focuses on Rizal 1013 (Life and Works of Rizal)
- First Semester, Academic Year 2021-2022
- Correspondence Learning Module
- Prepared by a team of instructors
- Reviewed by Renz Marion C. Gavino, MP
- Recommended by Venus I. Guyos, Ph.D.
- Approved by Emmanuel James P. Pattaguan, Ph.D.
Rizal's Changing View on Spanish Rule and El Filibusterismo
- Course expected outcomes:
- Elaborate on pressing issues during the Spanish regime
- Compare colonial rule with current times
- Discuss the content and context of El Filibusterismo
- Topics covered:
- El Filibusterismo
- Some pressing issues during the Spanish regime
- Activities in the module:
- Reading assigned lessons
- Answering learning tasks
- Key questions in the module:
- Rizal's inspirations for writing El Filibusterismo
- Rizal's personal encounters with Spanish oppression
- Character symbolism in El Filibusterismo
Racial Discrimination
- Filipinos were often regarded as belonging to a lower race
- Spaniards called Filipinos "Indios"
- Preconceived notions prevented Filipinos from rising beyond limited perceived intelligence
- Jose Rizal, through annotations, challenged Spanish claims about Filipinos' lacking culture
Secularization Controversy
- Two kinds of Catholic priests in the Philippines: regulars (religious orders) and seculars (no religious order)
- Regular priests were supervised by bishops
- Conflict arose when bishops visited parishes run by regular priests
- Regular priests resisted bishop's authority claiming lack of jurisdiction
- In 1774, secularization, or transfer of parishes from regular to secular priests, was enforced
- Regulars opposed this change due to perceived unsuitability of Filipinos for priesthood
- This issue became more complex with the return of the Jesuits
- Increased arguments on the issue from various parties
Cavite Mutiny
- Brief rebellion of Filipino soldiers and workers in Cavite (January 20, 1872)
- Served as a pretext for Spanish suppression of Filipino nationalists
- Execution of Jose Burgos, Jacinto Zamora, and Mariano Gomez, known as GomBurZa, became martyrs for Filipino liberation
The Making of El Filibusterismo
- Rizal began writing El Filibusterismo in Calamba in 1887
- Continued writing in London, Paris, Madrid, and Biarritz
- Completed the manuscript in 1891
- Published in 1891
- Significant challenge to Spanish colonialism
- Dedicated to the memory of the GomBurZa
Noli and El Fili
- El Filibusterismo is a sequel to Noli Me Tangere
- Written by Jose Rizal
- More revolutionary and tragic than the first book
- Focuses on a jeweler character named Simoun
- Simoun's aims include saving Maria Clara and promoting Filipino revolution
Indolence and Spanish Colonial rule
- Discussion on Rizal's stand on indolence
- Analysis of the causes of indolence
- Rizal's views on the indolence of Filipinos
- Comparison of reasons for indolence in the past and today
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Explore the intricacies of José Rizal's life and works as presented in this comprehensive learning module. Delve into critical discussions about Spanish colonial rule and the themes of El Filibusterismo. Engage in activities that promote understanding of Rizal's motivations and the socio-political context of his writings.
