Rizal's Poems

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What was the name of the secret society established by Rizal in 1880 for Filipino students at UST?

  • The Council of Gods
  • Companerismo (correct)
  • Jehu's Comrades
  • Societas Rizalina

What was the title of the allegorical drama that Rizal submitted to the 2nd competition of Artistico Literario?

  • Abd-el-Azis y Mahoma
  • El Consejo de los Dioses (correct)
  • Junto al Pasig
  • A La Juventud Filipina

What was the title of the poem that Rizal dedicated to the UST students and won first place in the literary contest sponsored by Artistico Literario?

  • Junto al Pasig
  • El Consejo de los Dioses
  • Abd-el-Azis y Mahoma
  • A La Juventud Filipina (correct)

What medical advice did Pablo Ramon give to Rizal?

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What was the name of the zarzuela performed on the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception, Patroness of the Ateneo?

<p>Junto al Pasig (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Rizal dissatisfied with his stay at the UST?

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What is the title of Rizal's unfinished literary work?

<p>Makamisa (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the second novel written by Rizal?

<p>El Filibusterismo (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme of Rizal's poetic tribute, Mi Ultimo Adios?

<p>Farewell to the old system and oppression (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Rizal refuse to sign the Report (sentence by the Council of War)?

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What was Rizal's academic achievement at the University of Santo Tomas?

<p>Graduated with highest honors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age did Rizal enroll in the University of Santo Tomas in April 1877?

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In which language was the chapter 'Makamisa' written?

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On what date was Rizal notified of the Report (sentence by the Council of War)?

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Why did Rizal initially enroll in Philosophy and Letters?

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What motivated Rizal to study medicine later on?

<p>To cure his mother's failing eyesight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the title of one of Rizal's early poems?

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Who did Rizal write a letter to seek advice on a career choice?

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Flashcards

What was the Companerismo?

A secret society of Filipino students at UST, founded by Rizal in 1880.

What is 'El Consejo de los Dioses'?

An allegorical drama Rizal submitted to the Artistico Literario competition.

What is 'A La Juventud Filipina'?

A poem Rizal dedicated to UST students, winning first place in a literary contest.

What advice did Pablo Ramon give?

Pablo Ramon suggested Rizal should take medicine.

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What is 'Junto al Pasig'?

A zarzuela performed on the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception at Ateneo.

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Why was Rizal dissatisfied at UST?

Rizal was not impressed with the academic performance at UST.

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What is 'Makamisa'?

An unfinished literary work by Rizal.

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What is 'El Filibusterismo'?

Rizal's second novel, a sequel to Noli Me Tangere.

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What is the theme of 'Mi Ultimo Adios'?

Theme: farewell to the old system and oppression.

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Why didn't Rizal sign the Report?

Rizal maintained his innocence.

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What was Rizal's academic achievement at UST?

Rizal did not graduate with highest honors.

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How old was Rizal upon enrolling in UST?

Rizal was 16 years old when he enrolled at UST.

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Language of 'Makamisa'?

Written in Tagalog.

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When was Rizal notified of the sentence?

December 29, 1896

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Why Initially Philosophy and Letters?

Because his father liked it.

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Why did Rizal study medicine?

To cure his mother's failing eyesight.

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Sought career advice from whom?

Father Pablo Ramon

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Study Notes

Rizal's Early Life and Education

  • Francisco Mercado Rizal honed his poetic language through various literary works.
  • He graduated with highest honors (Sobre Saliente) with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Santo Tomas.

University Life

  • Rizal enrolled in University of Santo Tomas in April 1877 at the age of nearly 16.
  • He studied Philosophy and Letters due to his father's preference and his own uncertainty about a career path.

Literary Pursuits

  • Rizal wrote a letter to Father Pablo Ramon, a rector of Ateneo, seeking advice on a career choice.
  • He entered a literary contest sponsored by Artistico Literario in 1879 and won first place with his poem "A La Juventud Filipina (To the Filipino Youth)".
  • In 1880, he submitted an allegorical drama, "El Consejo de los Dioses (The Council of Gods)", and won first prize, a gold ring engraved with a bust of Cervantes.

Published Works

  • Rizal published works include "Abd-el-Azis y Mahoma" in 1879 and "Junto al Pasig (Beside the Pasig)" - a zarzuela performed on December 8, 1880.
  • He wrote a sonnet "A Filipinas" and a poem tribute to Father Pablo Ramon, "AI M.R.P.Pablo Ramon".

Companerismo

  • In 1880, Rizal established Companerismo, a secret society of Filipino students at UST, known as the "Companions of Jehu".

Notable Works

  • "El Filibusterismo (The Reign of Greed)" is Rizal's second novel, dedicated to the martyrdom of GOMBURZA.
  • "Makamisa" is Rizal's unfinished literary work, a third novel with only one chapter drafted in Tagalog.
  • "Mi Ultimo Adios" is Rizal's poetic tribute, his last farewell to the country.

Rizal's Death

  • Rizal was notified of the Report (sentence by the Council of War) on December 29, 1896, and refused to sign it, stating his innocence and correcting his ethnicity.

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