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What academic recognition did Rizal receive upon graduating from Ateneo?
What academic recognition did Rizal receive upon graduating from Ateneo?
Who was Rizal's first professor at Ateneo?
Who was Rizal's first professor at Ateneo?
What action did Rizal take during his first year in Ateneo to improve his Spanish skills?
What action did Rizal take during his first year in Ateneo to improve his Spanish skills?
At the end of his second year, what academic award did Rizal achieve?
At the end of his second year, what academic award did Rizal achieve?
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How did Rizal perform academically in his third year at Ateneo?
How did Rizal perform academically in his third year at Ateneo?
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What inspired Rizal to study harder and write poetry during his fourth year?
What inspired Rizal to study harder and write poetry during his fourth year?
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What did Rizal tell his mother during his summer vacation in 1874?
What did Rizal tell his mother during his summer vacation in 1874?
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How did Rizal rank at the end of his first year in Ateneo?
How did Rizal rank at the end of his first year in Ateneo?
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What was the primary reason for Rizal's arrest?
What was the primary reason for Rizal's arrest?
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Who was responsible for escorting Rizal to Fort Santiago?
Who was responsible for escorting Rizal to Fort Santiago?
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What was one of the conditions proposed for Rizal's stay in the convent in Dapitan?
What was one of the conditions proposed for Rizal's stay in the convent in Dapitan?
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What amount did Rizal receive from his share of the lottery prize?
What amount did Rizal receive from his share of the lottery prize?
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Which organization was Rizal involved with that was impressed by his actions?
Which organization was Rizal involved with that was impressed by his actions?
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What type of leaflets did Governor Despujol show to Rizal during their interview?
What type of leaflets did Governor Despujol show to Rizal during their interview?
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Where was Rizal deported after his arrest?
Where was Rizal deported after his arrest?
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What was Rizal's reaction to the conditions proposed for living in the convent?
What was Rizal's reaction to the conditions proposed for living in the convent?
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What was one of Rizal's contributions to his community in Dapitan?
What was one of Rizal's contributions to his community in Dapitan?
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How did Rizal support his poor patients during his time in Dapitan?
How did Rizal support his poor patients during his time in Dapitan?
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What was the initial number of students in Rizal's school?
What was the initial number of students in Rizal's school?
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Which activity was NOT part of the education provided by Rizal to his students?
Which activity was NOT part of the education provided by Rizal to his students?
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What did Rizal do after operating on his mother's right eye?
What did Rizal do after operating on his mother's right eye?
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What type of studies did Rizal conduct as part of his scientific contributions?
What type of studies did Rizal conduct as part of his scientific contributions?
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What was included in Rizal's community beautification project?
What was included in Rizal's community beautification project?
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What motivated Rizal to explore jungles and coasts?
What motivated Rizal to explore jungles and coasts?
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What significant event did Rizal experience in early 1896 related to Josephine?
What significant event did Rizal experience in early 1896 related to Josephine?
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What was the name of Rizal's lost son?
What was the name of Rizal's lost son?
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Why did Rizal object to Bonifacio’s plan?
Why did Rizal object to Bonifacio’s plan?
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When did Rizal finally leave Dapitan after his exile?
When did Rizal finally leave Dapitan after his exile?
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What poem did Rizal write in relation to his travel plans?
What poem did Rizal write in relation to his travel plans?
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What happened to Rizal when he arrived in Manila?
What happened to Rizal when he arrived in Manila?
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How long did Rizal stay on the Spanish cruiser Castilla?
How long did Rizal stay on the Spanish cruiser Castilla?
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What did Rizal hear about while waiting for the next steamer to Spain?
What did Rizal hear about while waiting for the next steamer to Spain?
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Who was the mayor of Manila during the governorship of Maria de la Torre?
Who was the mayor of Manila during the governorship of Maria de la Torre?
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What was the main reason Rizal distanced himself from Consuelo Ortega?
What was the main reason Rizal distanced himself from Consuelo Ortega?
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What did Rizal give to Consuelo as a token of his affection?
What did Rizal give to Consuelo as a token of his affection?
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In what form did Rizal express his feelings for Consuelo?
In what form did Rizal express his feelings for Consuelo?
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How did Consuelo respond when Rizal asked her opinion about him?
How did Consuelo respond when Rizal asked her opinion about him?
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Why did Consuelo ultimately choose Eduardo de Lete over Rizal?
Why did Consuelo ultimately choose Eduardo de Lete over Rizal?
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What was Consuelo's relationship with Rizal primarily characterized by?
What was Consuelo's relationship with Rizal primarily characterized by?
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What suggests Rizal also had feelings for Consuelo?
What suggests Rizal also had feelings for Consuelo?
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Study Notes
Rizal's Education at Ateneo Municipal
- Rizal's first year at Ateneo (1872-1873) was marked by his initial struggles with the Spanish language, placing him at the bottom of his class.
- He quickly progressed, earning the title of "emperor" for being the brightest student in his class.
- To enhance his Spanish proficiency, he took private lessons at Sta. Isabel College during his lunch break.
- He excelled academically, ranking second at the end of the year despite his high grades.
### Rizal's Summer Vacations
- During his summer vacations, Rizal visited his mother in prison without informing his father.
- He shared his academic achievements with his mother, providing her with comfort and encouragement.
Rizal's continued Academic Excellence at Ateneo
- During his second year at Ateneo (1873-1874), Rizal dedicated himself to reclaiming his position as "emperor" and achieved excellent grades in all his subjects.
- He was awarded a gold medal for his outstanding academic performance.
- In his third year (1874-1875), his academic performance slightly declined, despite his family's happiness.
- He continued to excel in all his subjects, receiving only one medal, which reflects his self-assessment that he was not as impressed with his own work as he had been in the previous years.
- During his fourth year (1875-1876), Rizal was granted a position as an "interno" at Ateneo.
- He excelled academically, earning five medals for topping his class in all subjects.
Rizal's Early Political Involvement
- Rizal was inspired by Fr. Francisco de Paula Sanchez to pursue writing poetry and to strive for academic excellence.
- He visited friends in different towns - Malolos, San Francisco, Tarlac, and Bacoor.
- He was followed by government spies, who were observing his actions.
- Rizal's interview with Governor General Despujol led to his arrest and detention at Fort Santiago.
Rizal's Exile in Dapitan
- Rizal was transported to Dapitan on July 15, 1892, under heavy guard, and arrived on July 17.
- He was placed under the supervision of Captain Ricardo Carnicero, the Spanish commandant of Dapitan.
- Rizal initially refused to live under the conditions set forth by Fr. Pablo Pastells in a letter to Fr. Obach, the Jesuit parish priest.
- Captain Carnicero was impressed by Rizal's character and provided favorable reports to Governor Despujol.
- Rizal, Captain Carnicero, and Francisco Equilor won a lottery prize of P20,000, of which Rizal received P6,200.
- Rizal shared some of his winnings with his family, invested the remainder in agricultural lands, and was accused by some writers of being a lottery addict.
Rizal's Medical Practice in Dapitan
- Rizal practiced medicine in Dapitan, treating both poor and wealthy patients.
- He operated on his mother's right eye, but her removal of the bandages led to an infection.
- Rizal's interest in local medicine and medicinal plants led him to study their curative properties and prescribe them to his patients.
- He built a water system to provide clean water for the townspeople, drained marshes to control malaria, and implemented a coconut oil lamp lighting system.
- He established a school, teaching reading, writing, languages, geography, history, mathematics, industrial work, nature study, morals, and gymnastics.
Rizal's Scientific Contributions
- Rizal collected specimens from Mindanao's rich virgin fields, explored jungles and coasts with his students, and sent his findings to museums in Europe, especially the Dresden Museum.
- In return, he received scientific books and surgical instruments.
- He collected 346 shells, representing 203 species, and discovered rare specimens that were named after him.
- He engaged in anthropological, ethnological, archaeological, geological, and geographical studies.
Rizal's Relationship with Consuelo Ortega y Perez
- Rizal was introduced to Consuelo Ortega y Perez through her father, Don Pablo Ortega, who was a supporter of Filipinos and hosted meetings for Filipino students in Madrid.
- Rizal and Consuelo developed a strong friendship, with Rizal seeking solace in her company as he felt lonely in Europe.
- Consuelo had feelings for both Rizal and Eduardo de Lete, a friend of Rizal who was deeply in love with her.
- Rizal, concerned about harming his friendship with Lete, agreed to distance himself from Consuelo while Lete pursued her.
- Consuelo ultimately chose Lete over Rizal.
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Explore the remarkable academic journey of Jose Rizal at Ateneo Municipal during the early 1870s. From his struggles with the Spanish language to achieving the title of 'emperor', this quiz highlights his dedication and academic excellence. Discover his summer vacations and the impact of his family on his education.
