18 Questions
What was the main reason Rizal's imprisonment led to a serious change in his religious ideas?
He was comparing the life, attitude towards Roman Catholicism, and freedom in Europe to what was happening in his home country.
What happened to the first allegedly signed copy of Rizal's Retraction?
It was kept secret and only published in the newspapers later.
How many versions of Rizal's Retraction are mentioned in the passage?
4
What did Ricardo Pascual conclude about the original copy of Rizal's Retraction?
It was a forgery.
What was Rizal offered in exchange for retracting his allegations towards Catholicism and Spanish religious in the Philippines?
A professorship, a hundred thousand pesos, and an estate.
What was Rizal's response to the offers made to him in exchange for a retraction?
He rejected the offers and maintained his position.
Who was responsible for entrusting the 'holograph' to Rev. Thomas Gonzales Feijoo?
Fr. Balaguer
What event happened on May 18, 1935?
Discovery of the lost 'original' document of Rizal's retraction
Which publication contained a short formula of Rizal's retraction?
El Imparcial
Where did the 'original' text of Rizal's retraction disappear from for thirty-nine years?
Archdiocesan archives
Who was part of the church and not spared or given a proper burial according to the text?
GOMBURZA
Which version of Rizal's retraction came from an anonymous writer?
Version 2
What was one of the reasons suggested for Jose Rizal's retraction?
To save his family and town from further persecution
What purpose did giving Josephine legal status as a wife serve in the context of Rizal's retraction?
To legitimize their relationship
Why did Rizal potentially see signing the retraction as the only way to stop the persecutions?
To protect his family and town
Which statement is supported by arguments surrounding Rizal's retraction?
The signed prayer book found with the retraction document supports its authenticity
What role did securing reforms from the Spanish Government play in the reasons for Rizal's retraction?
It was one of the reasons for Rizal's retraction
Based on the text, what importance did Father Pi attribute to 'changes' in his discussion about Rizal's retraction?
'Exact copy' signified a more valid version than a 'changed copy'
Test your knowledge on the changes in Jose Rizal's religious ideas during his imprisonment and his views on Roman Catholicism. Explore the different versions of Rizal's Retraction and the controversies surrounding it.
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