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What was a main reason Rizal lived in Germany?

  • To become a politician in Germany.
  • To further his studies of sciences and language. (correct)
  • To gain expertise in engineering.
  • To explore the history of German art.
  • What significant event related to Heidelberg University occurred during Rizal's stay there?

  • It opened a new faculty of engineering.
  • It celebrated its 200th anniversary.
  • It hosted the first international conference.
  • It had its 5th centenary. (correct)
  • Who became Rizal's professor in Berlin?

  • Pastor Ullmer.
  • Karl Ullmer.
  • Fritz Ullmer.
  • Madame Lucie Curdle. (correct)
  • How did Rizal express his gratitude towards Pastor Ullmer's son?

    <p>Through a letter on May 29, 1887.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT one of Rizal's reasons for living in Germany?

    <p>To study German folklore extensively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated Rizal to specialize in Ophthalmology?

    <p>To cure his mother’s eye ailment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scientists did Rizal NOT meet in Berlin?

    <p>Dr.Louis de Weckert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Rizal do as an assistant in Paris?

    <p>Worked with Dr.Louis de Weckert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of Rizal's favorite flower in Heidelberg?

    <p>Forget-me-not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Rizal leave Paris for Heidelberg?

    <p>February 1, 1886</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was one of Rizal's friends he visited in Barcelona?

    <p>Maximo Viola</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity did Rizal engage in while in Heidelberg?

    <p>Joined a chess players' club</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which area was Heidelberg notable during Rizal's time there?

    <p>Its old university and romantic settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rizal's Trip to Paris and Berlin (1885-1887)

    • Rizal studied ophthalmology in Paris and Germany
    • He wanted to cure his mother's eye ailment
    • He worked as an assistant to Dr. Louis de Weckert, a leading French ophthalmologist
    • He lived in Paris for about four months
    • He wrote a letter to his mother in January 1886, detailing his progress in ophthalmology
    • He visited his friends in Barcelona, including Maximo Viola
    • He also visited families in the Pardo de Taveras, Trinidad, Felix, and Paz
    • He met and befriended leading German scientists in Berlin, including Dr. Feodor Jagor, Dr. Adolph B. Meyer, Dr. Hans Meyer, and Dr. Rudolf Virchow
    • Rizal's scientific merits were recognized by these eminent scientists
    • He was in Heidelberg, Germany, from February 3, 1886
    • There, he found the old university and romantic surroundings captivating, and he became a member of the Chess Player's Club
    • He had a fascination with the blooming flowers along the Neckar River, particularly "Forget-me-nots"
    • He wrote a poem, "A Las Flores de Heidelberg," about his impressions of Heidelberg.
    • He spent a three-month summer vacation at Wilhemsfeld under Pastor Dr. Karl Ullmer
    • He befriended Pastor Ullmer, who served as a mentor
    • He wrote a letter to Pastor Ullmer's son (Fritz) expressing his gratitude for his hospitality
    • Heidelberg University held its 5th centenary on August 6, 1886, which Rizal attended and greatly enjoyed
    • Rizal greatly appreciated the city and its people, especially noting the brilliant costumes among the students
    • His reasons for going to Berlin included further knowledge of ophthalmology, scientific and language studies, observing the German nation’s economic and political conditions, connecting with German scientists and scholars, and preparing to publish his novel "Noli Me Tangere"
    • He took private French lessons from Madame Lucie Curdle

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