HIS 007: The Life and Works of Rizal Module #5.6

Circulo Hispano-Filipino:

A social group in Madrid composed of progressive Spaniards and Filipinos.

Freemasonry/Freemasons:

A secret society known for its criticism of established authorities, which

Rizal joined.

3. Licentiate in Medicine:

Medicine: A medical degree Rizal obtained in Madrid, though with some incomplete

formalities. (This term refers to Rizal's academic achievement.)

4. Lodge Solidaridad:

A specific Freemason lodge Rizal joined later in his time in Madrid. (This term

refers to a specific branch of the Freemasons.)

5. Medical Studies:

Rizal's primary academic pursuit while in Madrid, leading to his medical degree. (This

the term describes Rizal's main area of study.)

6. Pastimes

Activities done in one's free time. (This term

refers to behaviors Rizal avoided to focus on his goals.)

7. Pen name/Pseudonym

A fictitious name used for anonymity while

traveling. (This term describes the disguised identity Rizal used.)

8. Propaganda Movement:

A group advocating for reform in the Philippines, which Rizal would later

contribute to.

Secretariat (referring to Freemasonry):

The organizational structure of the Freemasons. (This term

describes the internal system of the Freemasons.)

Spanish Steamer:

The mode of transportation Rizal used to travel to Spain. (This term describes the

ship Rizal took.)

Ophthalmology:

A branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.

Sojourned:

Stayed temporarily in a place.

Anthropologist:

A scientist who studies human societies, cultures, and their development.

Ethnology:

A branch of anthropology that compares and analyzes the characteristics of different

peoples and the relationships between them.

Threadbare:

(Of clothing) worn out and thin because of age or overuse.