Rizal's Life: Calamba Eviction & Travels
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Rizal's Life: Calamba Eviction & Travels

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What was one reason Rizal did not get off the ship?

  • He was not feeling well. (correct)
  • He was too excited to disembark.
  • He felt he was in danger.
  • He wanted to stay on the ship overnight.
  • Which city did Rizal describe as clean in his letter?

  • Hong Kong (correct)
  • Macau
  • Manila
  • Calamba
  • Which group did Rizal advise to stop paying the rent?

  • The Calamba tenants. (correct)
  • The local government officials.
  • The Dominican landowners.
  • His family only.
  • What was the original hacienda associated with the Jesuits limited to?

    <p>A small part of land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who shadowed Rizal’s movement in Hong Kong?

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

    What type of contract did Rizal encourage the Calamba tenants to petition for?

    <p>A new land ownership contract.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the aim of the report that Rizal drafted for the town council?

    <p>To inform authorities of the tenants' truths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Dominicans fail to do regarding their claim to the land?

    <p>Pay for the full area claimed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the original purpose of the Kidlat Club?

    <p>To enjoy their journey in the exposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the founding members of the Kidlat Club?

    <p>Antonio and Juan Luna, Fernando Canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change did Rizal advocate for in the Filipino language?

    <p>To adopt the use of K and W instead of C and O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Rizal's reaction to the gambling habits of some Filipinos in Europe?

    <p>He wrote a letter to remind them of their purpose in Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of Paciano and Rizal's brother-in-law?

    <p>They were deported to another country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the Kidlat Club founded?

    <p>1889</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the gambling Filipinos react to Rizal's moralizing?

    <p>They expressed anger and ridicule towards him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the later name change of the Kidlat Club?

    <p>Indios Bravos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the first acts of Governor-general Valeriano Weyler after replacing Terrero?

    <p>He enforced the eviction of the tenants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group originally owned the hacienda before it passed to the Dominicans?

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

    What did the Dominicans primarily put pressure on Malacañang to eliminate?

    <p>Rizal and his associations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the economic situation for tenants despite bad harvests or crises?

    <p>Taxes and rents continued to rise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Supreme Court in Manila's decision regarding the eviction case brought by the Dominicans?

    <p>To decide in favor of the Dominicans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age did Rizal leave the Philippines for the second time?

    <p>27 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ship did Rizal take to travel to Hong Kong?

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

    Who was the pretty Belgian girl that brought certain bliss to Rizal during his loneliness in a strange country?

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

    What event caused Rizal to challenge Wenceslao Retaña to a duel?

    <p>A personal insult regarding his family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the tenants suffer from due to the Dominicans' actions?

    <p>Increased taxes and evictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Retaña respond to the threat of a duel from Rizal?

    <p>He published an apology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did Rizal's engagement with Leonor Rivera come to an end?

    <p>After 11 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which article was NOT published by Rizal in 'La Solidaridad'?

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

    What effect did Leonor Rivera's marriage have on Rizal?

    <p>He fell into a deep depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accusation did Rizal make in his letter to Blumentritt regarding Leonor?

    <p>She was unfaithful to him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the emotions Rizal experienced after being rejected by Leonor Rivera?

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

    What was the initial action taken against Rizal that led to his exile?

    <p>He was deported to an island in the South.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What date did Rizal begin his exile in Dapitan?

    <p>July 17, 1892</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which civic organization did Rizal found on July 3, 1892?

    <p>La Liga Filipina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the captain of the steamer that transported Rizal to Dapitan?

    <p>Captain Delgras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did the Guardia Civil take regarding Rizal’s friends?

    <p>They raided their houses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Rizal’s arrival in Manila on June 26, 1892 significant?

    <p>It sparked a movement among Filipinos.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the objectives explained by Rizal at the Liga Filipina founding meeting?

    <p>To improve the socio-economic life of the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did Rizal remain in exile in Dapitan?

    <p>Four years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Calamba Eviction

    • The Rizal family, along with other Calamba tenants, were evicted from their homes by the Dominicans.
    • The Dominicans owned the majority of the Calamba hacienda, which had previously belonged to the Jesuits.
    • The Dominicans were accused of corruption and financial deceit, including paying low taxes on their land despite expanding their ownership.
    • Rizal, his family, and other tenants were subject to unjust taxes and rent increases regardless of economic hardship or harvest conditions.

    Rizal's Second Travel Abroad

    • Rizal left the Philippines in 1888 for the second time due to pressure from powerful enemies.
    • He traveled to Hong Kong and Macau, finding a cleaner and more diverse environment compared to the Philippines.
    • Rizal met Filipino exiles in Hong Kong, including former financiers who had fallen on hard times after the 1872 rebellion.
    • Rizal's movements in Hong Kong were shadowed by José Sainz de Varanda, a Spaniard suspected of being a Spanish spy.

    The Kidlat Club

    • The Kidlat Club, founded in March 1889, was a temporary group of Filipino artists and intellectuals in Europe.
    • The club's purpose was to enjoy their time during the exposition and celebrate their Filipino heritage.
    • The club's name was later changed to Indios Bravos, emphasizing pride in their Filipino identity.

    Rizal's Activities in Brussels

    • While living in Brussels, Rizal continued writing El Filibusterismo and articles for La Solidaridad.
    • Rizal advocated for the Filipinization of the Spanish letters "c" and "o" to use "K" and "W" instead.
    • Rizal addressed the issue of gambling amongst Filipino students in Madrid, urging them to focus on their Fatherland's freedom.
    • Rizal faced criticism from some Filipinos for his moralizing stance on gambling, leading to nicknames like "Papa."

    Rizal's Romance with Petite Jacoby

    • Rizal developed a romantic relationship with Petite Jacoby, the niece of his landladies in Brussels.
    • Despite his loneliness and longing for Leonor Rivera, he found solace in Petite's company.
    • Petite fell in love with Rizal and was heartbroken when he left for Madrid.

    Rizal's Articles in La Solidaridad

    • Rizal published several articles in La Solidaridad, a pro-Filipino reformist newspaper:
      • La Defensa
      • La Verdad Para Todos
      • Vicente Barrantes
      • Profanacion
      • Verdades
      • Nuevas
      • Crueldad
      • Diferencias
      • Inconsequencias
      • Llanto y Risas
      • Ingratitudes

    Rizal's Travels in Spain

    • Rizal visited friends in different towns in Spain, including Malolos, San Fernando, Tarlac, and Bacolor.
    • His travels were monitored by Spanish spies, who raided the houses he visited and seized copies of Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.

    Founding of the La Liga Filipina

    • Rizal founded the La Liga Filipina, a civic organization promoting Filipino socio-economic betterment, in July 1892.
    • The organization was established during a meeting at the home of Doroteo Ongjunco in Tondo, Manila.
    • The Liga Filipina aimed to address issues of poverty, inequality, and lack of education within the Philippines.

    Rizal's Exile in Dapitan

    • Rizal was deported to Dapitan in July 1892, after founding the La Liga Filipina, which alarmed Spanish authorities.
    • He spent four years in exile in Dapitan, where he engaged in activities like farming, teaching, and studying.
    • Despite his exile, Rizal continued his efforts to raise awareness of the plight of the Filipinos.

    Rizal's Prosecution and Exile in Dapitan

    • Rizal's return to Manila in 1892 caused a stir among Filipinos and heightened Spanish fears.
    • Spanish authorities closely monitored Rizal's activities and suspected Filipinos associated with him.
    • The establishment of the La Liga Filipina led to his exile in Dapitan.

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    This quiz explores significant events in the life of José Rizal, focusing on the Calamba eviction of the Rizal family and his second travel abroad in 1888. It highlights the social injustices faced by tenant farmers and Rizal's experiences in Hong Kong and Macau. Test your knowledge of these important historical moments!

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