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What accusation did Del Pilar make against Rizal?
What accusation did Del Pilar make against Rizal?
- Rizal was overly influenced by Spanish ideals.
- Rizal neglected his medical profession.
- Rizal was elitist and out of touch with Filipinos. (correct)
- Rizal was too focused on political reforms.
During his time in Hong Kong, which key activity did Rizal engage in aside from medical practice?
During his time in Hong Kong, which key activity did Rizal engage in aside from medical practice?
- Developing agricultural techniques.
- Founding a political party.
- Leading a military expedition.
- Writing and translating significant texts. (correct)
What significant medical procedure did Rizal perform during his stay in Hong Kong?
What significant medical procedure did Rizal perform during his stay in Hong Kong?
- He treated a local epidemic.
- He removed his sister's appendix.
- He operated on his mother's eyes. (correct)
- He operated on his father's heart.
What was one of the primary objectives of La Liga Filipina?
What was one of the primary objectives of La Liga Filipina?
Where was La Liga Filipina founded?
Where was La Liga Filipina founded?
Which Italian cities did Rizal visit before returning to the Philippines?
Which Italian cities did Rizal visit before returning to the Philippines?
What prompted Rizal to leave the Philippines in February 1888?
What prompted Rizal to leave the Philippines in February 1888?
How long was Rizal quarantined upon arriving in America?
How long was Rizal quarantined upon arriving in America?
What was the main purpose of Rizal's annotation of Morga's Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas?
What was the main purpose of Rizal's annotation of Morga's Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas?
What was the name of the association organized by Filipino compatriots in Barcelona?
What was the name of the association organized by Filipino compatriots in Barcelona?
Who was the primary organizer of the Asociacion Hispano-Filipina in Madrid?
Who was the primary organizer of the Asociacion Hispano-Filipina in Madrid?
What aspect of American society did Rizal find particularly distasteful?
What aspect of American society did Rizal find particularly distasteful?
What courses did Rizal decide to enroll in at the Universidad Central de Madrid?
What courses did Rizal decide to enroll in at the Universidad Central de Madrid?
What was the reaction of Rizal towards the Americans he encountered in the U.S.?
What was the reaction of Rizal towards the Americans he encountered in the U.S.?
Why did Rizal join the Masonic organization?
Why did Rizal join the Masonic organization?
What was the reason for the Spanish authorities declaring Masonry rebellious?
What was the reason for the Spanish authorities declaring Masonry rebellious?
Which document was awarded to Rizal in 1884?
Which document was awarded to Rizal in 1884?
Who lent Rizal 300 pesos for the printing cost of Noli Me Tangere?
Who lent Rizal 300 pesos for the printing cost of Noli Me Tangere?
What significant event occurred on March 21, 1887, related to Rizal's literary contributions?
What significant event occurred on March 21, 1887, related to Rizal's literary contributions?
What was the title of Rizal's first public address?
What was the title of Rizal's first public address?
What was one limitation Rizal faced after receiving his Licentiate in Medicine?
What was one limitation Rizal faced after receiving his Licentiate in Medicine?
What was the primary purpose of La Solidaridad?
What was the primary purpose of La Solidaridad?
Which of the following essays did Rizal NOT publish while in Paris?
Which of the following essays did Rizal NOT publish while in Paris?
What prompted Rizal to move from Paris to Brussels?
What prompted Rizal to move from Paris to Brussels?
What was the content of Rizal's essay 'The Indolence of the Filipinos'?
What was the content of Rizal's essay 'The Indolence of the Filipinos'?
Which event led to Rizal's strong call for Filipinos to stand against Spanish abuse?
Which event led to Rizal's strong call for Filipinos to stand against Spanish abuse?
What was the outcome of the litigation initiated by the tenants of Calamba?
What was the outcome of the litigation initiated by the tenants of Calamba?
In 1890, Rizal published which installment of 'The Philippines within a Century'?
In 1890, Rizal published which installment of 'The Philippines within a Century'?
What disagreement led Rizal to withdraw from the organization La Solidaridad?
What disagreement led Rizal to withdraw from the organization La Solidaridad?
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Study Notes
Rizal’s First European Tour
- Rizal traveled to Europe in 1882 for medical studies.
- He resided in Barcelona initially and later moved to Madrid to study at the Universidad Central de Madrid, focusing on medicine, philosophy, and letters.
- During his stay, Rizal joined the Masonry, seeking protection against Spanish oppression and advocating for liberalism, equality, and brotherhood.
- He received a diploma in medical science in 1883 but was awarded only a Licentiate in Medicine, barring him from using the title “Medical Doctor” and preventing him from teaching medical courses.
- He delivered a speech honoring Juan Luna and Felix Hidalgo in an international art exhibit in Madrid in 1887.
- His first novel, Noli Me Tangere, was published on March 21, 1887, with the help of Dr. Maximo Viola who provided financial support for its printing.
Rizal’s Second European Tour
- Rizal began his second European tour in May 1887, visiting Leitmeritz, Prague, and Switzerland, before heading to Italy.
- He returned to the Philippines in August 1887 and stayed for six months before returning to Europe in February 1888.
- He visited Japan, America, and London during his travels.
- He expressed dissatisfaction with the American immigration system, finding it discriminatory.
- Rizal annotated Antonio de Morga’s Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas, a historical account of the Philippines, while in London and Paris.
- His annotated work was published in Paris in 1890.
The Propaganda Movement
- Rizal joined the Propaganda Movement in 1888, which advocated for reforms and assimilation of the Philippines.
- He was elected honorary president of La Solidaridad, a newspaper that served as a platform for reformist ideology.
- The Asociacion Hispano-Filipina was formed in Madrid in 1889, driven by the desire for reforms and fostering collaboration with sympathetic Spaniards.
- Rizal actively contributed articles to La Solidaridad and published installments of his essay, "The Philippines Within a Century", which envisioned the country's potential future.
- He published “The Indolence of the Filipinos” in 1890, refuting Spanish claims of Filipino laziness and attributing indolence to Spanish oppression.
La Liga Filipina
- La Liga Filipina was founded by Jose Rizal in 1892, a secret society that aimed to:
- Unite the Philippines.
- Protect members in times of need.
- Defend against violence and injustice.
- Promote education, agriculture, and commerce.
- Implement reforms.
- Rizal left the organization due to disagreements with Marcelo H. Del Pilar, accusing each other of betrayal and disloyalty.
Rizal’s Exile in Hong Kong
- Rizal arrived in Hong Kong in November 1891.
- He practiced medicine, reunited with family members who had escaped the Philippines, and performed surgery on his mother’s eyes.
- Rizal translated the French Declaration of the Rights of Man into Tagalog in Hong Kong.
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