El Filibusterismo

Question 1

Experienced sailor attentive to his duties.

Represents a cautious approach, highlighting discipline and vigilance

Answer 1

Old Sailor

Question 2

Extravagant, tries to “Europeanize” herself; tolerated due to her beautiful niece, Paulita Gomez

Symbolizes colonial mentality and social pretense

Answer 2

Doña Victorina

Question 3

Journalist with friar-like appearance, opportunistic

Represents the colonial press, often sensationalist, and flatterer to gain favor

Answer 3

Ben-Zayb

Question 4

Young friar with a strong personality; artilleryman-like appearance.

Arrogant and authoritative but relies on social respect

Answer 4

Padre Camorra

Question 5

Thin Franciscan friar, mediator in discussions

Balances authority and adapting to change; often torn between conservatism and progressive ideas

Answer 5

Padre Salvi

Question 6

Jeweler with white hair, black beard, blue goggles; hints at revolutionary ambitions

A mysterious figure advocating for radical change; secretly Crisostomo Ibarra

Answer 6

Simoun

Question 7

Liberal who opposes Simoun’s ideas

Symbolizes elitism and the hypocrisy of “liberal” elite disconnected from society’s struggles

Answer 7

Don Custodio

Question 8

Dominican friar, conflicted

Represents clergy caught between tradition and the rise of revolutionary ideas

Answer 8

Padre Sibyla

Question 9

Medical student, lost family and friends, hesitant about revenge

Struggles with his identity and sense of justice, torn between passive resistance and revolutionary action

Answer 9

Basilio

Question 10

Young poet and friend of Basilio, idealistic

Passionate about social change and education, reflecting youthful ambition and sensitivity

Answer 10

Isagani

Question 11

Wealthy, nostalgic about classical education

Represents the old class clinging to past traditions; critical of contemporary issues

Answer 11

Capitan Basilio

Question 12

Noble priest and uncle of Isagani

Embodies moral integrity, a contrast to corrupt clergy

Answer 12

Padre Florentino

Question 13

Elderly woodcutter, father of Cabesang Tales

Symbolizes generational suffering and resilience in the face of social injustices

Answer 13

Tandang Selo

Question 14

Son of Tandang Selo, village head, fights for land rights

Represents the peasant struggle and the fight against exploitation by landowners, including friars

Answer 14

Cabesang Tales

Question 15

Daughter of Cabesang Tales, deeply affected by family struggles

Reflects the emotional toll of social and economic hardships, especially in rural areas

Answer 15

Juli

Question 16

Son of Cabesang Tales, conscripted to the Civil Guard

Illustrates the sacrifice forced upon rural families by colonial powers

Answer 16

Tano

Question 17

Manages land for the friars, demands higher rents

Symbolizes exploitative colonial policies and the oppression of local farmers

Answer 17

Friar Administrator

Question 18

Rule in favor of friars in land disputes

Represent the corrupted justice system that favors colonial interests

Answer 18

Judges

Question 19

Attempts to pressure Cabesang Tales to accept friar demands

Embodies the colonial government’s collaboration with the friars

Answer 19

Governor M.

Question 20

Bandits who capture Cabesang Tales for ransom

Reflect the lawlessness and social desperation in rural areas

Answer 20

Tulisanes

Question 21

Neighbor of Cabesang Tales who helps his family

Shows solidarity among the oppressed, especially within local communities

Answer 21

Sister Bali

Question 22

Deceased, pivotal in shaping Basilio’s sense of justice

Her death fuels Basilio’s resentment towards colonial injustice

Answer 22

Basilio’s Mother

Question 23

Victim of violence, murdered

Motivates Basilio’s inner conflict and anger towards the social order

Answer 23

Basilio’s Brother

Question 24

Basilio’s benefactor, symbolizes oppressive authority

Represents societal order and Basilio’s conflicted dependence on it

Answer 24

Capitan Tiago

Question 25

American magician with “Imuthis” talking head Represents enlightenment and critique of colonial injustice through his symbolic magic act

Answer 25

Mr. Leeds

Question 26

Spanish friar with a complacent attitude Exemplifies the complacency and resistance to change among the clergy

Answer 26

Padre Irene

Question 27

Bridegroom beside Paulita Gomez, groom of a prestigious wedding Represents the privileged elite, indifferent to social issues

Answer 27

Juanito Pelaez

Question 28

The beautiful bride and former love interest of Isagani A symbol of the allure of status and social acceptance

Answer 28

Paulita Gomez

Question 29

Juanito’s father, hosts a lavish wedding party Symbolizes the pride and ambition of the affluent, indifferent to social issues

Answer 29

Don Timoteo Pelaez

Question 30

Coachman who drives Simoun’s carriage Connects the characters across different locations; symbolizes the common man in the shadows of history

Answer 30

Sinong

Question 31

Timid Spaniard fleeing his wife Doña Victorina Represents subservience and helplessness, in contrast to his wife’s aggressive colonial aspirations

Answer 31

Don Tiburcio de Espadaña

Question 32

Civil Guard officer who warns Padre Florentino of impending arrest Represents colonial law enforcement and their suspicion towards revolutionaries

Answer 32

Lieutenant Perez

Question 33

Spanish character indifferent to the Philippines’ societal issues Embodies apathy among certain colonizers

Answer 33

Camaroncocido

Question 34

Rizal began writing El FIlibusterismo in ________ and completed it around _________

Answer 34

London May 1891

Question 35

Due to financial difficulties, he moved from Paris __________

Answer 35

Brussels and eventually went to Ghent

Question 36

El Filibusterismo is shorter novel only __________ chapters

Answer 36

39

Question 37

Set ___ years after the Noli Me Tangere

Answer 37

13

Question 38

El Filibusterismo suggests that Filipinos must be worthy of independence and liberty Revolution requires:

Answer 38

Unity Self-worth

Question 39

Father Florentino expresses Rizal’s belief that liberty must be earned through

Answer 39

Intelligence Dignity Justice

Question 40

Father Florentino emphasizes that the Filipino people should aim for ___________ and ________

Answer 40

self-improvement national unity

Question 41

It shaped Rizal's views on the Spanish colonial regime

Answer 41

Calamba incident