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What novel of Rizal exposed the abuse and corruption of the Spanish clergy and inspired nationalistic awakening?

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Noli Me Tangere

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How did El Filibusterismo reflect Rizal’s growing radicalism and advocacy for change?

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It revealed the oppressive system and encouraged reform through deeper resistance.

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Which character in Noli Me Tangere symbolized the educated Filipino youth capable of reforming society?

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Crisostomo Ibarra

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Rizal’s Letter to the Young Women of Malolos emphasized what core principle?

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Empowerment of women through education

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What did Rizal advocate as the most peaceful and effective way to achieve social reform?

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Education and enlightenment

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How did Rizal’s novels influence the development of the Filipino sense of identity?

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They portrayed the realities of colonial society and encouraged national consciousness.

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Rizal’s essay The Indolence of the Filipino argued what about Filipino character?

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That indolence was a consequence of colonial rule, not an inherent trait

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What work did Rizal write in response to Antonio Morga’s Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas?

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Annotations of Morga’s book to highlight the pre-colonial civilization

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Which of Rizal’s writings directly responded to a Spanish friar’s attacks on Filipino identity?

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La Indolencia de los Filipinos

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What principle did Rizal promote in his essay The Philippines a Century Hence?

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Predicted Filipino self-determination and eventual freedom

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Rizal’s works contributed to nation-building by reinforcing which important values?

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Patriotism, critical thinking, and moral responsibility

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In which organization was Rizal a part that promoted Filipino rights in Spain?

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La Solidaridad

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What was the role of La Liga Filipina, founded by Rizal?

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To unite Filipinos and promote peaceful reform through civic organization

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Why did Rizal use the pen name Laong Laan?

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To conceal his identity and express nationalist sentiments freely

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What was the significance of Rizal’s exile in Dapitan to his development as a nationalist?

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It showed his ability to contribute to society through service, education, and medicine despite persecution.

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What does Rizal’s martyrdom on December 30, 1896, symbolize for Filipinos?

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Supreme sacrifice for the nation and inspiration for future resistance

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What inspired Rizal to write Mi Último Adiós while awaiting his execution?

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His enduring love for the country and his readiness to die for its freedom

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In Mi Último Adiós, what metaphor did Rizal use to express his final offering to the motherland?

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His blood watering the fields of redemption

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Why is Rizal called the “First Filipino”?

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He articulated Filipino identity and the concept of the nation beyond tribal boundaries

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What message was Rizal sending when he declined to escape from his cell in Fort Santiago?

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That he stood by his principles and accepted martyrdom for the cause of freedom

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What law mandates the teaching of Rizal’s life and works in schools?

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Republic Act 1425 (Rizal Law)

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Why did Rizal translate his novels into Filipino and other languages?

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To ensure that Filipinos could understand and relate to his message

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What was Rizal’s primary goal in exposing colonial abuse in his novels?

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To awaken the Filipino spirit and advocate for societal reform

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What Spanish governor-general exiled Rizal to Dapitan?

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Governor-General Eulogio Despujol

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How did Rizal’s background in medicine relate to his patriotism?
He used his medical skills to help poor Filipinos during his exile
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What profession did Rizal practice in Dapitan that benefited the local community?
Ophthalmology
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What did Rizal’s polyglot nature reveal about his ideals?
Value of education and intercultural understanding
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How did Rizal’s education in Europe shape his nationalist ideas?
It exposed him to liberal and reformist ideals which he applied to the Filipino context
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What literary work did Rizal dedicate to the Filipino youth?
A La Juventud Filipina
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Why was Rizal considered both a reformist and a revolutionary?
He used peaceful methods but inspired revolutionary change through his ideas
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Which character in El Filibusterismo symbolizes revolutionary anger?
Simoun
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What did Rizal argue in his defense against accusations of inciting revolution?
He advocated peaceful reform and had no ties to the Katipunan
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Rizal’s scientific work in Dapitan involved which of the following?
Botanical studies and community infrastructure projects
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What does Rizal’s life demonstrate about the role of intellectuals in social change?
That knowledge and moral leadership can inspire transformation
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Why did Rizal reject violent revolution despite seeing its necessity?
He believed in moral means and feared bloodshed would corrupt the cause
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What is the significance of the dedication in Noli Me Tangere?
It was dedicated to the “Motherland,” showing Rizal’s devotion to the Philippines
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Why is Rizal’s concept of “Filipino consciousness” important in history?
It marked the emergence of a unified national identity
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What impact did Rizal’s arrest and execution have on public sentiment?
It inflamed revolutionary zeal and intensified anti-colonial movements
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Why was the Catholic Church opposed to Rizal's writings?
They were threatened by his exposure of clerical abuses and push for reform
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What does the phrase “Rizal was the soul of the revolution” mean?
His ideas inspired the ideological foundation of the revolution
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What belief did Rizal share with the Propaganda Movement?
Advocacy for equality, representation, and education
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How did Rizal’s travels influence his philosophy?
They deepened his understanding of justice and universal human rights
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Why did Rizal decline to align formally with the Katipunan?
He favored peaceful reform over armed revolution
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Which event finally pushed Rizal to be arrested and tried for rebellion?
His writings were linked to the uprising in Manila
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What is the core message of To the Filipino Youth?
That the youth are the hope of the nation
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How did Rizal’s death inspire Andres Bonifacio?
It validated the need for revolution and galvanized the Katipunan
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In what language did Rizal originally write Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo?
Spanish
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What is the main theme of Rizal’s El Filibusterismo?
Vengeance and revolution against corruption and injustice
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What does Rizal’s concept of "moral regeneration" entail?
National transformation through self-discipline, education, and civic responsibility
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What role did Rizal envision for education in nation-building?
A tool to awaken critical consciousness and empowerment
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How did Andres Bonifacio view Rizal’s writings?
As ideological justification for the revolution
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What did Emilio Jacinto adopt from Rizal’s principles?
Moral integrity, patriotism, and respect for human rights
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What part of the Katipunan's Cartilla reflects Rizal’s ideals?
The emphasis on education, equality, and civic virtue
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How did Apolinario Mabini interpret Rizal’s martyrdom?
As a symbol of sacrifice for peaceful reform
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Which Katipunan slogan mirrors Rizal's advocacy?
“Katungkulan ng bawat isa na maglingkod sa Inang Bayan”
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How did Gregoria de Jesus apply Rizal's advocacy for equality in her actions?
She led women’s participation in the revolution and upheld nationalist values
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What did Emilio Aguinaldo say about Rizal's death?
That it was the spark that ignited the Filipino revolution
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How did Mariano Ponce describe Rizal’s influence?
As the conscience of the Filipino people
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Which revolutionary hero wrote letters echoing Rizal’s views on morality?
Emilio Jacinto
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What lesson did later revolutionaries draw from Rizal’s peaceful methods?
That intellectual revolution must precede armed struggle
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What is the complete name of our national hero, commonly known as Jose Rizal?
José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonzo Realonda
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When was Jose Rizal born?
June 19, 1861
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Where was Jose Rizal born?
Calamba, Laguna
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What are the full names of Rizal’s parents?
Francisco Mercado and Teodora Alonso Realonda
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What was the profession of Rizal’s father, Francisco Mercado?
Farmer and tenant of Dominican land
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What was the contribution of Teodora Alonso to Rizal’s education?
She taught him to read and instilled in him a love for learning
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How many siblings did Jose Rizal have?
He had 10 siblings (11 children in total)
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What was the name of Rizal’s older brother who mentored him in early education?
Paciano Rizal
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Which sister of Rizal was closest to him and helped preserve his letters and works?
Narcisa Rizal
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What was the first school Jose Rizal attended?
Justino Aquino Cruz’s School in Calamba
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What was the name of Rizal’s first formal teacher in Biñan, Laguna?
Maestro Justiniano Aquino Cruz
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Where did Rizal study after Biñan before going to Manila?
Ateneo Municipal de Manila
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What was Rizal’s course in the University of Santo Tomas before studying abroad?
Philosophy and Letters, later shifted to Medicine
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What were Rizal’s two completed degrees in Europe?
Licentiate in Medicine and Philosophy and Letters
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Where did Rizal finish his medical degree?
Universidad Central de Madrid, Spain
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What part of the body did Rizal specialize in as a physician?
The eye (Ophthalmology)
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Who was the love of Rizal’s life, referred to as his “true love”?
Leonor Rivera
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What is the name of the woman he was with in Dapitan and called his “wife in the eyes of God”?
Josephine Bracken
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Who was the young woman from Japan Rizal was fond of during his stay in Tokyo?
Seiko Usui (O-Sei-San)
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What was the name of the daughter of Rizal’s landlord in Madrid whom he briefly courted?
Consuelo Ortiga y Rey
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What did Andres Bonifacio order Katipuneros to read and study to strengthen nationalist fervor?
Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo
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What revolutionary name did Bonifacio use in homage to Rizal’s ideas?
Maypagasa
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What movement was directly influenced by Rizal’s writings and resulted in the 1896 Revolution?
Katipunan (KKK)
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Who composed the Kartilya ng Katipunan, reflecting Rizal’s ethics?
Emilio Jacinto
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Which Rizal idea is found in the Katipunan's vision of nationhood?
Love for country, moral integrity, and self-sacrifice
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Which president of the First Philippine Republic acknowledged Rizal’s influence on the revolution?
Emilio Aguinaldo
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What did Mabini say was Rizal’s greatest contribution to the nation?
Awakening the moral and intellectual consciousness of the Filipinos
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Who was the hero from Ilocos who was inspired by Rizal’s death and joined the revolution?
Diego Silang’s legacy influenced others, but Gregorio del Pilar directly looked up to Rizal
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What core value shared by Rizal and Bonifacio showed their unity in cause despite different methods?
Nationalism
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Why is Rizal considered the catalyst rather than the leader of the revolution?
His ideas ignited nationalistic passion, even though he preferred peaceful reform
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What phrase did President Quirino use to describe Rizal’s enduring legacy?
“The light that never dims in the hearts of his people.”
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Why was Rizal’s execution carried out in Bagumbayan (now Luneta)?
To publicly deter rebellion and set an example to Filipinos
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What was the effect of Rizal’s execution on Filipino revolutionaries?
It intensified the struggle for independence
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What date is celebrated as Rizal Day in the Philippines?
December 30
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What did Rizal’s death inspire Filipino writers and leaders to do?
Continue the advocacy through education, journalism, and revolution
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In what form of literature did Rizal express most of his political and social commentaries?
Essays, poems, and novels
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How did Rizal’s concept of La Patria (The Motherland) differ from the traditional regional loyalties?
He envisioned a unified Filipino identity beyond ethnic boundaries
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Who compiled and translated Rizal’s writings into Filipino for broader access?
National Historical Institute and scholars like Nick Joaquin and Teodoro Agoncillo
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What lasting educational impact did Rizal have through his works?
Promotion of civic education and critical national consciousness
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Why is Rizal still relevant to modern Filipino society?
His principles of integrity, patriotism, and intellectual freedom remain foundational to national identity

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