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What was Rizal's reason for not accepting Blumentritt's advice to live in Madrid?
What was Rizal's reason for not accepting Blumentritt's advice to live in Madrid?
Rizal could not endure the life in Madrid where everything seemed to be a voice in a wilderness, and he wanted to live in his country by the side of his family.
When did Rizal plan to embark for his country, as announced to his father in a letter from Rome?
When did Rizal plan to embark for his country, as announced to his father in a letter from Rome?
On the 15th of July, at the latest.
What was the name of the steamer that Rizal boarded on July 3, 1887, to travel to the Orient?
What was the name of the steamer that Rizal boarded on July 3, 1887, to travel to the Orient?
The steamer Djemnah.
What unique skill did Rizal possess that made him act as an interpreter for his fellow passengers on board the steamer?
What unique skill did Rizal possess that made him act as an interpreter for his fellow passengers on board the steamer?
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What historic canal did Rizal see for the second time during his journey to the Orient?
What historic canal did Rizal see for the second time during his journey to the Orient?
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What leisure activities did Rizal engage in on board the steamer with his fellow passengers?
What leisure activities did Rizal engage in on board the steamer with his fellow passengers?
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What condition was Rizal's mother suffering from, and what was the reason he couldn't perform a surgical operation on her?
What condition was Rizal's mother suffering from, and what was the reason he couldn't perform a surgical operation on her?
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What was the origin of Rizal's nickname 'Doctor Uliman'?
What was the origin of Rizal's nickname 'Doctor Uliman'?
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What was the total amount of money Rizal earned as medical fees by February 1888?
What was the total amount of money Rizal earned as medical fees by February 1888?
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What were the European sports Rizal introduced to the young folks in Calamba, and what was his purpose in doing so?
What were the European sports Rizal introduced to the young folks in Calamba, and what was his purpose in doing so?
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What was the reason Rizal's parents forbade him from going to Dagupan to see Leonor Rivera?
What was the reason Rizal's parents forbade him from going to Dagupan to see Leonor Rivera?
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What was the cultural practice that led to Rizal's failure to pursue his relationship with Leonor Rivera?
What was the cultural practice that led to Rizal's failure to pursue his relationship with Leonor Rivera?
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What was the purpose of Father Font distributing copies of his report?
What was the purpose of Father Font distributing copies of his report?
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What was the title of the series of pamphlets published by Fr. Jose Rodriguez?
What was the title of the series of pamphlets published by Fr. Jose Rodriguez?
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What was the purpose of selling copies of Fray Rodriguez's pamphlets in the churches after Mass?
What was the purpose of selling copies of Fray Rodriguez's pamphlets in the churches after Mass?
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Who attacked the Noli Me Tangere on the session hall of the Senate of the Spanish Cortes?
Who attacked the Noli Me Tangere on the session hall of the Senate of the Spanish Cortes?
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What was the title of the eighth pamphlet written by Fray Rodriguez?
What was the title of the eighth pamphlet written by Fray Rodriguez?
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What was the reaction of many Filipinos to Fray Rodriguez's pamphlets?
What was the reaction of many Filipinos to Fray Rodriguez's pamphlets?
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What was the opinion of Father Faura regarding the contents of Rizal's book, and what warning did he give to Rizal?
What was the opinion of Father Faura regarding the contents of Rizal's book, and what warning did he give to Rizal?
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Why did Governor General Terrero assign a bodyguard to Rizal, and what can be inferred about the governor's character?
Why did Governor General Terrero assign a bodyguard to Rizal, and what can be inferred about the governor's character?
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What was the report of the faculty members of the University of Santo Tomas regarding the Noli, and what did it imply about the book's content?
What was the report of the faculty members of the University of Santo Tomas regarding the Noli, and what did it imply about the book's content?
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What actions did the Archbishop of Manila take regarding the Noli, and what did it reveal about his stance towards Rizal's work?
What actions did the Archbishop of Manila take regarding the Noli, and what did it reveal about his stance towards Rizal's work?
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What was the significance of Governor General Terrero's reading of the Noli, and how did it differ from the reaction of the University of Santo Tomas faculty?
What was the significance of Governor General Terrero's reading of the Noli, and how did it differ from the reaction of the University of Santo Tomas faculty?
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What can be inferred about the character of Lieutenant Don Jose Taviel de Andrade, and what was his role in relation to Rizal?
What can be inferred about the character of Lieutenant Don Jose Taviel de Andrade, and what was his role in relation to Rizal?
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What was the title of the newspaper where Vicente Barrantes published his article criticizing the Noli in January 1890?
What was the title of the newspaper where Vicente Barrantes published his article criticizing the Noli in January 1890?
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Who was Rizal's favorite teacher at the Ateneo who defended and praised the Noli in public?
Who was Rizal's favorite teacher at the Ateneo who defended and praised the Noli in public?
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What was the penname used by Rev. Vicente Garcia when he wrote a defense of the Noli?
What was the penname used by Rev. Vicente Garcia when he wrote a defense of the Noli?
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Who was the historian and statesman who read and liked the Noli?
Who was the historian and statesman who read and liked the Noli?
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What was the title of the famous book translated by Rev. Vicente Garcia from the original work by Thomas a Kempis?
What was the title of the famous book translated by Rev. Vicente Garcia from the original work by Thomas a Kempis?
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Where was the pamphlet published that contained Rev. Vicente Garcia's defense of the Noli?
Where was the pamphlet published that contained Rev. Vicente Garcia's defense of the Noli?
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Study Notes
Rizal's Life and Travels
- In June 1887, Rizal wrote to Blumentritt, declining his advice to stay in Madrid, citing his desire to return to his country and family.
- Rizal announced his homecoming to his father in a letter from Rome, planning to embark on July 15 and arrive in the Philippines by August 15.
Journey to Manila
- Rizal left Rome and traveled to Marseilles, then boarded the steamer Djemnah, the same ship that brought him to Europe five years prior.
- There were around 50 passengers, including Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, and one Filipino (Rizal).
- Rizal acted as an interpreter for his companions due to his language skills.
Medical Practice in Calamba
- Rizal established a medical clinic in Calamba, treating patients from Manila and the provinces.
- His first patient was his mother, whom he treated for eye cataracts.
- Rizal's professional fees were reasonable, and he even treated some patients for free.
Other Activities in Calamba
- Rizal opened a gymnasium, introducing European sports like gymnastics, fencing, and shooting to discourage cockfights and gambling.
- He tried to visit Leonor Rivera in Dagupan but was forbidden by his parents due to her mother's disapproval.
Controversy Surrounding the Noli
- Father Font and Fr. Jose Rodriguez published anti-Rizal writings to discredit the Noli.
- Rodriguez's pamphlets, "Cuestiones de Surmo Interes", were sold in churches, but many Filipinos did not believe the author's claims.
- The Noli was also attacked in the Spanish Senate, and Rizal's life was in jeopardy due to the powerful friars.
Support from Governor General Terrero
- Governor General Terrero assigned a young Spanish lieutenant, Don Jose Taviel de Andrade, as Rizal's bodyguard.
- Terrero read the Noli and found nothing wrong with it, but Rizal's enemies were powerful.
Defense of the Noli
- Defenders of the Noli included Marcelo H. del Pilar, Dr. Antonio Ma. Regidor, Graciano Lopez Jaena, Mariano Ponce, and other Filipino reformists.
- Father Sanchez, Rizal's favorite teacher, defended and praised the Noli in public.
- Rev. Vicente Garcia, a Filipino Catholic priest-scholar, wrote a defense of the Noli, blasting the arguments of Fr. Rodriguez.
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Learn about the life and desires of Philippine national hero Jose Rizal through his letter to Blumentritt. Discover why Rizal wanted to return to his country of birth and be with his family. Take this quiz to uncover the thoughts and feelings of Rizal in his own words.
