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What was the original proposal of Rizal's book project?
What was the original proposal of Rizal's book project?
What motivated Rizal to write his novel?
What motivated Rizal to write his novel?
Where did Rizal finish writing his novel, 'Noli me Tangere'?
Where did Rizal finish writing his novel, 'Noli me Tangere'?
How much did Rizal pay for 2000 copies of his novel?
How much did Rizal pay for 2000 copies of his novel?
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Where was 'Noli me Tangere' printed?
Where was 'Noli me Tangere' printed?
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What was the original title of the book that Rizal wrote?
What was the original title of the book that Rizal wrote?
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Why did Rizal study Hebrew?
Why did Rizal study Hebrew?
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What did Rizal's friend Maximo Viola offer to do?
What did Rizal's friend Maximo Viola offer to do?
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Why did Rizal want to return to Calamba?
Why did Rizal want to return to Calamba?
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What was the name of the ship that brought Rizal back to Manila?
What was the name of the ship that brought Rizal back to Manila?
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What did Rizal do to get along with the other passengers on the ship?
What did Rizal do to get along with the other passengers on the ship?
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Who was assigned to be Rizal's bodyguard?
Who was assigned to be Rizal's bodyguard?
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What was the result of the Governor-General's reading of 'Noli Me Tangere'?
What was the result of the Governor-General's reading of 'Noli Me Tangere'?
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What happened to the book 'Noli Me Tangere' after it was banned?
What happened to the book 'Noli Me Tangere' after it was banned?
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What was Rizal's father's concern when Rizal returned to Calamba?
What was Rizal's father's concern when Rizal returned to Calamba?
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Study Notes
Rizal's Book Writing Project
- Rizal proposed a book writing project to the Filipino members of the Circulo Hispano-Filipino, focusing on socio-cultural and political aspects of life in the Philippines.
- Most members wanted to write about the characters and activities of Filipino women, but Rizal pursued his own idea.
Writing of "Noli Me Tangere"
- Rizal began writing "Noli Me Tangere" in Madrid and finished it in Germany.
- The novel was inspired by "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe, which depicted the miseries of oppressed people.
- "Noli Me Tangere" was printed in Berlin, and Rizal's friend Maximo Viola paid for the 2000 copies.
Meaning and Impact of "Noli Me Tangere"
- "Noli Me Tangere" is a Latin phrase meaning "Touch Me Not" from the Bible (John 20:17).
- The novel is credited with awakening nationalism among Filipinos.
- The English translation of Charles Derbyshire was titled "The Social Cancer".
Rizal's Return to Calamba
- Rizal decided to return to Calamba to operate on his mother's eyes, help his family and the Filipino people, and observe the impact of his writings.
- He also wanted to find out why Leonora Rivera remained silent while he was in Rome.
- Rizal boarded the steamer Djemnah on July 3, 1887, and reached Manila on August 6, 1887.
Rizal's Homecoming and Encounter with the Governor-General
- Rizal was welcomed heartily by his family and friends, but they were worried about his safety.
- He received a letter from the Governor-General Emilio Terrero requesting him to explain the subversive ideas in "Noli Me Tangere".
- Rizal denied the charges, explaining that he merely exposed the truth, and the Governor-General asked for a copy of the book.
- The Governor-General eventually banned the book, but it became more popular, with people reading it secretly at night.
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This quiz is about Jose Rizal's writing of his famous novel, Noli Me Tangere. Learn about the inspiration behind the book and how it came to be. Discover the importance of Rizal's work in Philippine literature and history.
