Talambuhay ni Dr. Jose Rizal

A collection of flashcards summarizing key aspects of Dr. Jose Rizal's biography and works.

What is Jose Rizal's full name?

Dr. Jose Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonzo Realonda.

What degree did Rizal graduate with from Universidad Central de Madrid?

Medicine.

What is the significance of June 19 in relation to Rizal?

It is the date of his birth.

What does the surname 'Rizal' mean?

It is derived from the Spanish word 'ricial' meaning 'green field.'

Who was Rizal's mother?

Doṅa Teodora Alonzo y Quintos Realonda.

What was the title of Rizal's first novel and what does it mean?

Noli Me Tangere, which means 'Touch Me Not.'

What was the title of Rizal's second novel?

El Filibusterismo.

Who was Rizal's favorite sibling?

Concepcion, who died at a young age.

What alias did Rizal use for writing?

Dimasalang, Laong Laan, P. Jacinto, Pepe.

Who did Rizal have a romantic relationship with that resulted in him wanting to marry her?

Josephine Bracken.

What condition did Nelly Boustead impose on her relationship with Rizal?

Rizal had to convert to Protestantism.

Where did Rizal study secondary education?

Ateneo de Manila.

What did Rizal study in Brussels, Belgium?

He focused on writing 'El Filibusterismo' and articles for 'La Solidaridad.'

What was the purpose of La Liga Filipina?

To organize efforts to end Spanish oppression of Filipinos.

Define 'Ilustrado.'

A term referring to Filipinos who were educated and often in the elite segment of society.

What language did Rizal NOT study?

Filipino (as it was not specifically mentioned among his studies in the notes).

What tragic event occurred on December 30, 1896?

Rizal was executed by firing squad.

What was Rizal’s final written work before his execution?

Mi Ultimo Adios (My Last Farewell).