Rizal's First Homecoming and Travels
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Rizal's First Homecoming and Travels

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What was Rizal's first stop in the United States during his tour?

  • Chicago
  • Sacramento
  • New York
  • Oakland (correct)

    • Which city did Rizal stay in for three days during his visit to the United States?

  • Reno
  • Albany
  • Chicago
  • New York (correct)

    • What impression did Rizal have about racial conditions in America?

  • There was complete equality among races.
  • The country offered opportunities only to foreigners.
  • All immigrants flourished without discrimination.
  • Racial prejudice was evident against certain ethnic groups. (correct)

    • What was Rizal's view on the standard of living in America?

    <p>It was high and offered better life opportunities for immigrants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which state did Rizal see Mormons during his travels in the United States?

    <p>Utah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event did Rizal observe during his time in Macau that involved the use of firecrackers?

    <p>The Chinese New Year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which religious order in Hong Kong was noted by Rizal for its wealth?

    <p>The Dominicans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Rizal accept the invitation to stay at the Spanish legation in Japan?

    <p>He could economize his living expenses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Rizal feel about his ability to speak Nihonggo during his time in Japan?

    <p>Embarrassed and misunderstood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mode of transportation in Japan did Rizal express a dislike for?

    <p>Rickshaw</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic did Rizal notably appreciate about the Japanese people?

    <p>Their cleanliness and politeness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant relationship did Rizal form during his time in Japan?

    <p>With Seiko Usui, or O-Sei-San.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impression did Rizal have about the presence of thieves and beggars in Japan?

    <p>They were rarely seen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted Rizal to return to the Philippines in August 1886?

    <p>To attend his mother's health needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What facilitated Rizal's journey back to the Philippines after leaving Rome?

    <p>He used a series of trains and ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Rizal provide medical assistance to his patients during his first homecoming?

    <p>He accepted gifts in kind from poorer patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant project did Rizal undertake for the youth in his hometown?

    <p>He constructed a gymnasium to promote healthy activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the nature of the conflict that prevented Rizal from seeing Leonor during his visit?

    <p>His parents were against Leonor's family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason behind the summons Rizal received from Governor-General Emilio Terrero?

    <p>Allegations that he was spying for Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Rizal respond to the allegations surrounding his novel, Noli Me Tangere?

    <p>He clarified that he depicted the societal truths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What keywords indicate Rizal's reputation upon returning from Germany?

    <p>Dr. Uleman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the government to inquire about the revenue paid by the Dominicans?

    <p>To investigate claims of corruption and financial deceit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence did the tenants of the Dominican estate face despite bad harvests?

    <p>Increase in rent and taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Rizal choose not to disembark in Hong Kong upon arrival?

    <p>He felt ill and found the weather unsuitable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was believed to be spying on Rizal's activities in Hong Kong?

    <p>Jose Sainz de Varanda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What description did Rizal give to Hong Kong in his letter to Blumentritt?

    <p>A small, but very clean city</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable demographic characteristic of Hong Kong during Rizal's visit?

    <p>Household to various ethnicities including Jews and Chinese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which colony did Rizal visit near Hong Kong?

    <p>Macau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was assigned as Rizal's bodyguard to ensure his safety?

    <p>Don Jose Taviel de Andrade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the legacy of the hacienda originally owned by the Jesuits?

    <p>It became an extension of Dominican claims over lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main criticism against Rizal's novel by the Archbishop and the Commission on Censorship?

    <p>It contained subversive ideas against the Church and Spanish government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pamphlet considered reading Rizal's novel a mortal sin?

    <p>Caiingat Cayo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was O-Sei-San's role in Rizal's life?

    <p>She was his guide, interpreter, and tutor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following allies was known for ridiculing the pamphlet issued by Fr. Jose Rodriguez?

    <p>Marcelo H. Del Pilar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Rizal consider leaving the Philippines to settle in Japan?

    <p>He was inspired by O-Sei-San.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did General Weyler take on September 6, 1890, regarding the Calamba Agrarian Problem?

    <p>He sent military forces to demolish houses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the censorship against Rizal's novel?

    <p>It sparked increased curiosity among the Filipinos.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did O-Sei-San marry after Rizal's departure?

    <p>Alfred Charlton, a British teacher.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for Rizal's quarantine upon arriving in San Francisco?

    <p>There was a cholera epidemic in the Far East.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was among the first to openly criticize Rizal's novel in a Spanish newspaper?

    <p>Vicente Barrantes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the titular name of Rizal's novel that faced persecution?

    <p>Noli Me Tangere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Rizal protest about during the quarantine?

    <p>The unloading of cargo without fumigation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary work resembles Noli Me Tangere and was written by Tetcho Suehiro?

    <p>Nankai-no-Daiharan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred in 1888 following Rizal's departure from Japan?

    <p>Rizal arrived in San Francisco.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How was O-Sei-San's life after Rizal's departure addressed?

    <p>She married and had two children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rizal's First Homecoming

    • Rizal returned to the Philippines in August 1886, departing from Rome by train to Marseille, then boarded a ship to Saigon.
    • He arrived in Saigon on July 30, 1886, and transferred to the Haifong steamer.
    • Rizal arrived in Manila on August 6, 1886, noting little change in the city.
    • He reached Calamba on August 7, 1886, encountering a dramatic reunion.
    • Rizal converted a ground-floor room of his house into a clinic.
    • His first patient was his mother, successfully curing her double cataracts.
    • This news spread rapidly, drawing a large influx of patients.
    • Rizal charged minimal fees to those in need, accepting vegetables, fruits, chicken, etc.

    Rizal's Second Travel Abroad

    • Rizal left the Philippines in 1888 due to threats/conflicts.
    • He was a physician and recognized writer.
    • His first stop was Hong Kong on a steamer called Zafiro.
    • He visited Yokohama, Japan, and stayed a day at the Grand Hotel.
    • Then, he traveled to Tokyo and stayed at the Tokyo Hotel.
    • A Spanish diplomat, a government official, attempted to get him stay on the legation to monitor him.

    Rizal in Japan

    • Rizal noted the beauty of the country's scenery, cleanliness, politeness, and industry of the people.
    • The Japanese women were considered picturesque.
    • Beggars and thieves were rare in the city streets.
    • Rickshaws were a common mode of transportation.
    • He fell in love with a local woman named O-Sei-San.

    Rizal in the United States

    • He arrived in San Francisco, staying at the Palace Hotel.
    • He visited prominent figures, like Senator Leland Stanford.
    • His itinerary included Oakland, California, Sacramento, Reno, Utah, Colorado, Nebraska, Missouri River, Chicago, Albany, and New York.
    • His impressions of the U.S included a well-off and materially prosperous country.

    Rizal's Later Trip Notes

    • He left for the United States from Yokohama by the Belgic steamer.
    • He stayed for six months.
    • Some of the stops included Hong Kong, Macau, and the Philippines.

    General Notes

    • Rizal's travels included visits to several Asian countries.
    • He experienced different cultures and societies.

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    This quiz covers the significant events of Rizal's return to the Philippines in 1886 and his subsequent travels abroad. It highlights his reunion with family, his medical practice in Calamba, and his journey to places like Hong Kong and Japan. Test your knowledge of Rizal's life and travels during this pivotal period.

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