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What difficulties did Rizal experience while in Madrid?
What difficulties did Rizal experience while in Madrid?
Where did Rizal travel to on July 17, 1883?
Where did Rizal travel to on July 17, 1883?
What was Rizal's primary field of study in Madrid?
What was Rizal's primary field of study in Madrid?
What did Rizal do instead of pursuing his feelings for Consuelo?
What did Rizal do instead of pursuing his feelings for Consuelo?
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What was Rizal's engagement alongside his studies?
What was Rizal's engagement alongside his studies?
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Who reminded Rizal about his secret mission in Spain?
Who reminded Rizal about his secret mission in Spain?
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What was Jose Rizal's condition when he was requested to deliver an impromptu speech?
What was Jose Rizal's condition when he was requested to deliver an impromptu speech?
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According to Rizal's speech, what was one of the reasons the Filipinos were ready for reforms?
According to Rizal's speech, what was one of the reasons the Filipinos were ready for reforms?
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What did Rizal do during his free time in Madrid?
What did Rizal do during his free time in Madrid?
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What was one of the concepts Rizal emphasized in his speech?
What was one of the concepts Rizal emphasized in his speech?
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What did Rizal give credit to in his speech?
What did Rizal give credit to in his speech?
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What was a challenge Rizal faced while studying in Madrid?
What was a challenge Rizal faced while studying in Madrid?
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What was the reason Rizal could not get the title of Doctor of Medicine?
What was the reason Rizal could not get the title of Doctor of Medicine?
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What was the purpose of the Filipino illustrado's mission in Madrid?
What was the purpose of the Filipino illustrado's mission in Madrid?
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What was the name of the newspaper where the Filipino illustrado contributed articles?
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What was Rizal's title after completing his medical studies in 1884?
What was Rizal's title after completing his medical studies in 1884?
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Where did Rizal pursue his medical studies?
Where did Rizal pursue his medical studies?
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Who were among the leaders of the Filipino illustrado in Madrid?
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Study Notes
Life in Barcelona and Madrid
- Jose Rizal was enrolled in Universidad Central de Madrid in 1882, studying Medicine and Philosophy and Letters.
- While waiting for classes to start, he also enrolled in the Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando for painting and visited historical places and museums.
- Rizal had a hard time budgeting his money, often eating only biscuits for meals or window-shopping for food due to financial constraints.
- He met Consuelo Ortiga y Perez, the daughter of the former mayor of Manila, and fell in love with her, but did not pursue his feelings due to Eduardo de Lete's courtship.
Life in Paris
- Rizal traveled to Paris on July 17, 1883, where he was requested to deliver an impromptu speech, known as "Brindis".
- The concepts of Brindis included:
- The future independence of the Philippines due to education from Spain and recognition abroad.
- The genius can come from any nation, and people should not treat themselves as superior.
- The innate talents and intelligence of Filipinos, polished by Spanish education.
- Filipinos are ready for reforms from the Spanish government.
- The union of Spain and the Philippines is not impossible, and Spain's contributions should be recognized.
- Credit should be given to Juan Luna, Felix Hidalgo, and students who pursued education abroad.
Academic Records of Rizal in Universidad Central de Madrid
- Despite financial difficulties, Rizal was able to fulfill his responsibilities as a student in Madrid.
- He completed his medical studies and attained the title of Licentiate in Medicine on June 21, 1884.
- His academic records include:
- Medical Clinic I - Bueno
- Surgical Clinic I - Bueno
- Obstetrical Clinic - Aprobado
- Legal Medicine - Sobresaliente
- Medical Clinic II - Bueno
- Surgical Clinic II - Notable
Rizal, Assimilation, and Propaganda Movement
- The Filipino illustrado in Madrid between 1880 and 1885 had a secret mission to inform the Spanish government about the true condition of the Philippines under colonial rule.
- Equipped with high education and literary talents, they contributed to the newspaper La Solidaridad to enlighten Spaniards and Filipinos about the country's real condition.
- The triumvirates of the organization were Marcelo H. Del Pilar, Graciano Lopez Jaena, and Dr. Jose Rizal.
- Rizal was the most diligent and brave writer, defending the Filipinos through his contributions.
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Learn about Jose Rizal's experiences in Barcelona and Madrid, including his studies and travels. Discover the details of his secret mission and his interests in art and medicine.
