Rizal's Journey Abroad

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What was the name of the ship that brought Rizal to Singapore?

TRANSATLANTIC

PATRIOTA

SALVADORA (correct)

DJEMNAH

How many days did Rizal travel on the DJEMNAH before arriving at Marseilles?

38 (correct)

Which university did Rizal enroll in for his studies in medicine?

Universidad Central de Madrid (correct)

Instituto de Medicina

Universidad de Barcelona

Escuela de San Carlos

In which town did Rizal deliver his speech known as the brindis?

Brindisi Signup and view all the answers

Who did Rizal work with in Europe towards the end of his time in Paris?

Louis de Wecker Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal attain on June 21, 1884?

Licentiate in Medicine Signup and view all the answers

What kind of lessons did Rizal take at the Academia de San Fernando?

Fencing and Sculpture Signup and view all the answers

Which ethnic groups did Rizal travel with on the DJEMNAH?

French, Spaniards, Dutch, and Chinese Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of Rizal's stay in Heidelburg?

To master the German language Signup and view all the answers

Who was Ferdinand Blumentritt?

A fellow scholar and friend of Rizal Signup and view all the answers

In which city did Rizal work as a proofreader?

Leipzig Signup and view all the answers

Which of these events marked the completion of the Noli Me Tangere project?

Completion date of February 21, 1887 Signup and view all the answers

What lesson about religious tolerance did Rizal learn from Fr. Henrich Bardorf?

Brotherhood despite differences Signup and view all the answers

How did the winter season affect Rizal's inspiration for writing in Heidelberg?

The blooming flowers inspired him Signup and view all the answers

What role did Maximo Viola play in Rizal's life during his stay in Berlin?

He assisted in printing Noli Me Tangere Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of Rizal's experience in Berlin?

It was the highest peak in the formation of his personality Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason given for the quarantine of the ship upon arrival in San Francisco?

A cholera outbreak from the Far East. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects Rizal's perspective on racial discrimination in America?

The principles of freedom were inconsistently applied. Signup and view all the answers

During his travels in the United States, which city did Rizal reach last before departing for Liverpool?

New York Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Rizal's positive impressions of America?

It provided a high standard of living. Signup and view all the answers

Which reason did Rizal have for moving to London?

To study a historical book in the British Museum. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of American society did Rizal criticize?

The existence of racial prejudice. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant observation Rizal made from Bedloe Island?

It symbolized freedom and democracy. Signup and view all the answers

How long did Rizal stay in London after leaving New York?

From May 1888 to March 1889. Signup and view all the answers

Who was criticized for reminding fellow Filipinos in Madrid not to gamble too much?

Jose Rizal Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the major reasons for Rizal's decision to go to Madrid?

To defend the agrarian case of his family Signup and view all the answers

What event occurred shortly after Rizal arrived in Madrid in August 1890?

The death of Jose Maria Panganiban Signup and view all the answers

What did Rizal primarily focus on during his stay in Biarritz?

Completing El Filibusterismo Signup and view all the answers

What caused Rizal to feel that Europe had become a form of banishment for him?

Conflict in La Solidaridad Signup and view all the answers

Where did Rizal finally decide to take up residence after leaving Europe?

Hong Kong Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did Rizal face regarding Leonor Rivera during his time in Madrid?

Her engagement to an English man Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Rizal's grievances about the situation in Calamba?

Increasing rents on hacienda lands Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the Kidlat Club?

To unite young Filipinos in Paris during the Universal Exposition Signup and view all the answers

Who were some of the notable members of the Kidlat Club?

Antonio and Juan Luna, Julio Liorente, Gregorio Pautu Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of R.D.L.M. in relation to Rizal's activities?

It stood for a secret society aimed at spreading useful knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Rizal leave Paris for Brussels?

Due to the high cost of living and distractions from social life Signup and view all the answers

Which activity did Rizal NOT engage in while in Brussels?

Organizing political rallies Signup and view all the answers

What effort did the Filipinos undertake on January 1, 1891?

They recognized the Association Hispano Filipina. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Kidlat Club's name derived from?

The Filipino term for lightning and its transient nature Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the writings Rizal produced while in Brussels?

La verdad para Todos Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rizal's First Trip Abroad

Rizal left the Philippines on May 3, 1882, traveling by boat to Singapore.
He then boarded a French Liner, DJEMNAH, and traveled for 38 days with passengers of various nationalities.
In June 1882 he arrived in Marseilles, France, and took a train to Barcelona, Spain.
Rizal enrolled at the Universidad Central de Madrid in the faculty of Medicine of San Carlos.
He also took courses in painting and sculpture at the Academia de San Fernando and fencing at Sanz and Carbonnel.
In June 1884, Rizal informed his parents that he had obtained a Licentiate in Medicine.

Madrid to Paris

Rizal moved to Paris in July 1885 and stayed with Juan Luna.
He worked as an assistant to Dr. Louis de Wecker, a renowned ophthalmologist, for six months.

Paris to Germany

Rizal traveled to Germany in July 1886 and was trained by Otto Becker at the University Eye Clinic in Heidelberg.
He learned German from Pastor Karl Ullmer in Baden.
He completed the fourth part of Noli Me Tangere in Wilhelmsfields during the winter.

Heidelberg to Leipzig

Rizal traveled to Leipzig in August 1886 and was the location where Noli Me Tangere was printed.
He met Ferdinand Blumentritt, a scholar and an advocate for liberalism.

Leipzig to Berlin

Rizal moved to Berlin in November 1886 and stayed for six months.
He worked in a gym and at the clinic of Dr. Schultzer.
Maximo Viola, his fellow student, helped him with the printing of Noli Me Tangere.
Noli Me Tangere was completed on February 21, 1887.
Rizal and Viola traveled through Europe visiting Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Nuremberg, and Switzerland.

Berlin to Leitmeritz

Rizal's travels took him to Leitmeritz in July 1887.
He also visited Italy, Florence, Venice, and Marseilles.

The Learned Men of France and Germany

Fr. Henrich Bardorf, an Italian Catholic Priest, was a close friend of Pastor Ullmer.
Dr. Otto Becker was a professor at the University Eye Clinic.

United States of America

Rizal visited the United States in April 1888 on a ship called "Belgic".
He befriended Techo Suegiro, a Japanese novelist and human rights activist.
Rizal observed racial discrimination in the US, noting that only first-class passengers were allowed to disembark while lower-class passengers were prohibited.
He stayed at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco before traveling to Oakland and Reno.
He also visited Utah, Colorado, Nebraska, Illinois, and arrived in New York on May 13.
He visited the Statue of Liberty on Bedloe Island and observed racial inequality in the US.

Rizal's Impression About America

Rizal felt that America offered great opportunities for immigrants.
He was impressed by the large farms and factories.
He also appreciated the natural beauty of the country and its high standard of living.
He criticized the racial prejudice and inconsistent behavior of the Americans.

London

Rizal resided in London from May 1888 to March 1889 for three primary reasons:
- To improve his English language skills.
- To study Dr. Antonio de Morga's book "Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas" at the British Museum.
- To seek refuge from the Spanish authorities.
He was fascinated by the Universal Exposition, especially the Eiffel Tower.
He spearheaded the Kidlat Club to unite Filipino expatriates during the Expo.
He finalized his copy of Morga's book and demonstrated the advanced civilization of Filipinos before the Spanish arrival.

Kidlat Club

The Kidlat Club was a social club formed by Rizal for Filipino expatriates during the Universal Exposition in Paris.
The club was named "Kidlat" (lightning) because it was intended to be transitory, just like a flash of lightning.
Other members included Antonio and Juan Luna, Julio Liorente, Gregorio Pautu, Baldomero Roxas, Gregorio Aguilar and Lauro Dimayuga.

Indios Bravos

Rizal was inspired by American Indians dressed in traditional clothing while riding horses.
He believed that Filipinos should be proud of their heritage and not ashamed of their race.

R.D.L.M.

Rizal organized a secret society called Redencion de los Malayos (Redemption of the Malayans), abbreviated as R.D.L.M.
Members included Gregorio Aguilera, Jose Ma. Basa, Julio Llorente, Marcelo H. del Pilar, among others.
The society focused on promoting knowledge in various fields like science, art, and literature.

Brussels, Belgium

Rizal arrived in Brussels on January 28, 1890, accompanied by Jose Albert.
He resided with Jose Alejandro.
He moved to Brussels due to high living costs and a distracting social life in Paris.
He focused on sculpting, shooting, gym exercises, writing, and contributing articles to La Solidaridad, including "A La Defense," "La verdad para Tados," "Vicente Barrantes' Teatro Tagalo," "Una Profanacion," "Crueldad," and "Ingratitudes."

Rizal's Time in Brussels

On January 1, 1891, Filipinos established the Association Hispano Filipina in Brussels.
Rizal searched for a suitable printing shop and found one in Ghent, the Meyer Van Loo Press.
He spearheaded the Filipinization of Tagalog orthography.
He wrote an article titled "The New Orthography of the Tagalog Language."
He was criticized by other Filipinos in Madrid for his views on gambling and its impact on the nation's reputation.
He was called "Pope" instead of "Pepe" due to his perceived authority.

Letters from Calamba

The Calamba agrarian troubles involved increasing rents by the Dominicans.
The Rizal family fought to retain their land.
Several tenants, including Paciano, Antonio Lopez, Silverstre Ublado, and Manuel Hidalgo, were persecuted by the Dominicans.
Rizal felt compelled to return to the Philippines, but friends warned of the danger.
He changed his mind after hearing that they lost the agrarian case.
He planned to raise the case in Madrid.

Arrival in Madrid

Rizal arrived in Madrid in August 1890.
He faced several challenges:
- The failure to secure justice for his family in the Calamba case.
- The death of Jose Maria Panganiban, a Propaganda comrade.
- An aborted duel with Antonio Luna and Wenceslao Retana.
- Leonor Rivera's infidelity and her plans to marry an Englishman.
- Rivalry between Rizal and Del Pilar and the abdication of leadership in La Solidaridad.
These setbacks caused Rizal to seek respite from the burdens of the movement.

Rizal in Biarritz

Rizal spent a month in Biarritz.
He completed his work on El Filibusterismo.
He retired from the Propaganda movement.
He focused on publishing "El Filibusterismo" and his medical profession.
He contemplated settling in the Philippines, Hong Kong, or Japan because Europe felt like a banishment due to conflicts within La Solidaridad.

Rizal in Hong Kong

Rizal left Europe and settled in Hong Kong in October 1891.
He boarded the steamer Melbourne in Marseilles and arrived in Hong Kong on November 20, 1891.

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