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Who are the authors of this book on Jose Rizal?
Who are the authors of this book on Jose Rizal?
Gregorio F. Zaide and Sonia M. Zaide
What is the primary purpose of writing the new book on Rizal?
What is the primary purpose of writing the new book on Rizal?
The authors believe there is no need for a new Rizal book.
The authors believe there is no need for a new Rizal book.
False
When was the International Congress on Rizal held?
When was the International Congress on Rizal held?
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Which of the following places have Rizalist scholars researched new Rizal materials?
Which of the following places have Rizalist scholars researched new Rizal materials?
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Rizal welcomed his execution on December 30, 1896 with ______ courage.
Rizal welcomed his execution on December 30, 1896 with ______ courage.
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Preface
- This is a new book on Rizal, replacing the previous college textbooks on Rizal by the senior author.
- New materials on Rizal's life have surfaced, making the older editions obsolete or inaccurate in certain passages.
- The authors believe they need to write a new book as a result of this new information.
- The International Congress on Rizal, held in Manila in 1961 to commemorate the centennial anniversary of his birth, uncovered many hitherto unknown facts.
- Rizalist scholars in foreign countries like Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, England, Spain, and Germany have researched more Rizal materials since then.
- Rizal is an exceptional man, surpassing other Filipino heroes in talent, nobility of character, and patriotism.
- His life is highly documented, the most documented of all the heroes in Asia.
- Rizal kept and preserved for posterity his numerous poetical and prose writings, personal and travel diaries, scientific treatises, and hundreds of letters written to, and received from, his parents, brothers, sisters, relatives, friends, and enemies.
- Rizal welcomed his execution with serene courage, knowing that he was going to die for his people's freedom.
- This book is a product of more than three decades of extensive research work on Rizal's life, works, and writings in the Philippines and abroad.
- The authors included incidents in the hero's life that other Rizal biographers have either missed in their works.
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This quiz explores the life of José Rizal, the most documented hero in Asia. It highlights new research and materials that have emerged regarding his contributions and character, emphasizing why he stands out among Filipino heroes. Dive into the facts uncovered by scholars and the significance of Rizal's legacy in history.
