18 Questions
What was the main reason for Rizal to establish a clinic?
To earn money
Who recommended Rizal to ophthalmologic clients, contributing to his popularity among Asians and Europeans?
Dr. Lorenzo Marques
Which country had a more humane and modern prison system according to Rizal's observations?
Hongkong
What did Rizal plan to name the Filipino colony he dreamed of establishing in North Borneo (Sabah)?
New Calamba
Which British newspaper did Rizal contribute articles to through Frazier Smith?
Hongkong Telegraph
Who played a key role in negotiating with the British government about the establishment of a Filipino colony in Sabah?
Rizal himself
What was the purpose of Rizal's visit to Hong Kong?
To establish a medical clinic
Who welcomed Rizal when he arrived in Hong Kong?
Jose Ma. Basa
What was the condition of Rizal's mother when she arrived in Hong Kong?
She was almost blind
What was the reaction of the Propaganda Movement members when they heard about Rizal's resignation?
They were saddened
What ship did Rizal board before leaving for the Philippines?
SS Melbourne
What did Rizal do before his departure to the Philippines?
He visited Nelly
Where did Rizal stay during his visit to Hongkong?
The Victoria Hotel
Who accompanied Rizal during his trip to Macau?
Jose Maria Basa
What type of music were Filipino entertainers playing in Tokyo?
Western Strauss music
Which of the following is not one of Rizal's impressions about Hongkong?
Peaceful environment
Who invited Rizal to live at the Spanish Legation in Japan?
Secretary Juan Perez Caballero
What was Rizal's initial reaction to the invitation to live at the Spanish Legation in Japan?
He thought it was a bait
Study Notes
Medical Practice in Hong Kong
- Rizal set up a clinic in Hong Kong to earn a living and gained popularity among Asians and Europeans.
- Dr. Lorenzo Marques recommended Rizal to his ophthalmologic clients, contributing to Rizal's successful medical practice.
- Friends sent Rizal books and equipment to support his work.
- Rizal restored his mother's eyesight.
Writing and Journalism
- Rizal contributed articles to the Hongkong Telegraph, a British newspaper, through editor Frazier Smith.
- The Spanish censors banned the newspaper after discovering Rizal's contributions.
Victoria Gaol Prisons
- Rizal visited Victoria Gaol, a colonial prison in Hong Kong, and noted that the British prison was more humane and modern than the Spanish prison system in the Philippines.
Borneo Colonization Project
- Rizal dreamed of establishing a Filipino colony in North Borneo (Sabah) to save his townmates from Governor Weyler's regime.
- He planned to move landless Filipino families to Borneo, which he would call "New Calamba."
- Rizal traveled to Sandakan, Sabah to negotiate with the British government for the establishment of a Filipino colony.
Second Homecoming
- Rizal resigned as a contributor to La Solidaridad and relinquished his political leadership.
- He decided to return to the Philippines to take care of his family's problems.
- Rizal boarded the SS Melbourne, a ship from Marseilles bound for Hong Kong, accompanied by many friars, including Fr. Volunteri.
Test your knowledge on Jose Rizal's journey from Hong Kong to Japan, from registering at the Victoria Hotel to meeting Filipino entertainers in Tokyo. Explore his encounters and experiences during this part of his travels.
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