LIFE AND WORKS OF RIZAL

PRELIM QUIZ

Civil Governor William Howard Taft

The individual responsible for declaring Jose Rizal as the National Hero of the Philippines, acknowledging his impact on the nation's quest for independence.

Pedro Paterno

A Filipino politician and author, who wrote material such as 'Ninay' and was instrumental in establishing the First Philippine Republic.

Marcelo Del Pilar

A Filipino journalist and leader of the revolutionary movement, renowned for his contributions to the Propaganda Movement and for editing the newspaper 'Kalayaan.' He is also remembered for his work 'La Soberania Monacal.'

Graciano Lopez Jaena

A Filipino author and reform advocate, he played a vital role in the Propaganda Movement and founded the newspaper 'Kalayaan.' His significant works include 'Discursos y Articulos Varios.'

Antonio Luna

A Filipino military leader and doctor, he was a key figure during the Philippine-American War, noted for his fierce military tactics and commitment to the fight for Philippine independence. He authored 'Impresiones.'

Jose Rizal

A Philippine nationalist and revolutionary, best known for his novels 'Noli Me Tangere' and 'El Filibusterismo,' which fueled the Philippine revolution against Spanish domination.

RA 1425

Also referred to as the Rizal Law, it requires that the life, works, and writings of Jose Rizal are included in the educational programs of all public and private institutions in the Philippines.

Memorandum Order No. 247

An executive directive that mandates the incorporation of Jose Rizal's contributions in the teachings of all educational establishments across the Philippines.

CHED Memorandum No. 3, s. 1995

A regulation from the Commission on Higher Education in the Philippines that reaffirms the application of the Rizal Law by ensuring Rizal's literary works are part of the higher education syllabus.

June 19, 1861

The date marking the birth of Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, whose advocacy for reforms was pivotal during the Spanish colonial era.

Calamba, Laguna

The birthplace of Jose Rizal, recognized for its significant historical and cultural contributions to the Philippines.

Father Rufino Collantes

The priest responsible for baptizing Jose Rizal in Calamba, Laguna on June 22 and had an influence on Rizal's formative education.

Lieutenant-General Jose Lemery

A notable military figure during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines, active in the Philippine Revolution.

Virgin of Antipolo

This was the figure to whom Rizal's mother promised to take him on a pilgrimage.

Francisco Mercado Rizal

The father of Jose Rizal (born May 11, 1818), a significant figure in Rizal's life, characterized by his moral principles and commitment to education. He passed away on January 5, 1898.

Teodora Alonso Realonda

Jose Rizal's mother, who profoundly affected his education and formed his character. She was supportive of Rizal's ambitions and lived to an age of 85, dying on August 16, 1911.

Saturnina, Paciano, Narcisa, Olympia, Lucia, Maria, Jose, Concepcion, Josefa, Trinidad, Soledad

The names of Jose Rizal’s siblings listed in chronological order.

Mariano Herbosa

Rizal's brother-in-law, who succumbed to cholera and was denied a Christian burial because of his connection to Rizal.

Concepcion

Rizal's first experience of loss; she passed away at the age of 3.

Paciano

Rizal greatly esteemed him, memorializing him in 'Noli Me Tangere' as the sagacious character Pilosopo Tasio.

Rizal

A term referring to a field where wheat regrows after being harvested while still green.

Principalia

A designation for the educated and affluent class during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines.

Calamba

Named after a large native jar, Calamba was under the jurisdiction of the Dominican Order.

Un Recuerdo A Mi Pueblo (In Memory of My Town)

A poem authored by Rizal at the age of 15 during his studies at Ateneo.

3 and 5 years old

The ages at which Rizal began participating in family prayers and learned to read the Spanish family Bible.

The Story of the Moth

A story that deeply impacted Rizal, found in the book 'Children's Friends.'

5 years old

The age at which Rizal started to sketch and work with clay and wax.

Sa Aking Mga Kababata

Rizal’s first poem, written in his native tongue, at the age of 8.

Tio Jose Alberto

The uncle who motivated Rizal's artistic talents.

Tio Manuel

The uncle who encouraged Rizal to engage in physical activities, such as horse riding and wrestling.

Tio Gregorio

The uncle who urged Rizal to read quality literature.

Reading, Writing, Arithmetic, Religion

The essential foundational subjects, often referred to as the 4 R’s.

Teodora Alonso Realonda

The individual who first recognized Rizal's talent in poetry.

Maestro Celestino, Lucas Padua, Leon Monroy

The private tutors who educated Rizal.

Carromata

A horse-drawn carriage commonly utilized in the Philippines for transport, especially in rural settings.

Maestro Justiniano Aquino Cruz

Rizal's teacher in Biñan.

Andres Salandanan

The person who faced Rizal in an arm wrestling contest.

Juancho

The individual who generously offered Rizal lessons in drawing and painting.

Arturo Camps

the one who took care of Jose Rizal while boarded the steam train “talim”

GomBurZa

An acronym for the three Filipino priests: Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora, who were executed by the Spanish colonial government in 1872. They are remembered as martyrs for the cause of Philippine independence and advocates for reform.

El Filibusterismo

the second novel of Rizal that was dedicated to GomBurZa

Philosophy and Letters

The first higher education course pursued by Rizal because his fathers liked it and he was still uncertain as to what career he wants to pursue

Fr. Pablo Ramon, Rector of Ateneo

He advised Rizal to take Medicine

Perito Agrimensor (expert Surveyor)

He finished this course in Ateneo while studying in UST. At the age of 17, he passed the examination in surveying course but could not grant the title because he was too young.

Segunda Katigbak

The first love of Jose Rizal, known for her impact on his early romantic life. She was originally from the town of Lipa

A La Juventud Filipina (To the Filipino Youth)

It was the first great poem written by a Filipino, whose merit was recognized by Spanish Literary authorities. In this poem, rizal beseeched the filipino youth to ruse from lethargy, to let their genius fly swifter than the wind and descend with arts and science to break the chains that have long bound the spirit of people.

El Consejo Delos Dioses (The Council of the Gods)

Due to this poem, Rizal was awarded a gold ring on which was engraved the bust of Cervantes

Companerismo

A secret society of Filipino students in UST