The Life, Works And Writings Of Jose Rizal! Trivia Facts Quiz

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At the National Exposition of Fine Arts in Madrid in 1884, joined by many painters in Europe in that art competition, Luna won first prize (gold medal) for his __________.
- Christian Virgins Exposed to the Populace
- Spolarium
- Felicitacion
- Uncle Tom's Cabin
- The Wandering Jew

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Jose Rizal was the one who led the Filipinos to start a revolution against the Spanish Government to attain freedom and to gain control of the country. Not only was he a writer, but he was also a medical practitioner. Want to know about his life, works, and writings? Take up the quiz below and get to do that. All the best!

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After Rizal completed his studies in Madrid, Rizal went to Paris and Germany in order to specialize in ___________.
- Optometry
- Philosophy and Letters
- Ophthalmology
- Philosophy and Latin
- Doctorate in Medicine
Correct Answer

A. Ophthalmology

Explanation

He took Doctorate of Medicine in Universidad Central de Madrid in 1884-1885 but but he was not awarded such.

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3.

Rizal's departure for Spain was kept secret to avoid detection by the colonial officers and friars, but the following below knew that Jose was leaving EXCEPT
- His parents
- His sisters
- Uncle Antonio Rivera
- Some close friends
- Paciano
Correct Answer

A. His parents

Explanation

Rizal's departure for Spain was kept secret to avoid detection by the colonial officers and friars. However, his parents were not aware of his plan to leave.

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On November 3, 1882, Rizal enrolled in Universidad Central de Madrid (Central University of Madrid) in two courses aside from his studies in painting and sculpture in Academy of San Carlos, lessons in French, German and and English under a private instructor, and practice in fencing and shooting in the Hall of Arms of Sanz y Carbonell. What was the 2 courses that he matriculated in Universidad Central de Madrid?
- Philosophy and Letters & Medicine
- Philosophy and Latin & Medicine
- Philosophy and Latin & Diploma in Surveying
- Ophthalmology and Philosophy
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Philosophy and Letters & Medicine

Explanation

The correct answer is Philosophy and Letters & Medicine. This is evident from the statement that Rizal enrolled in two courses in Universidad Central de Madrid, and the options provided include different combinations of courses. Therefore, the correct combination of courses that Rizal enrolled in would be Philosophy and Letters & Medicine.

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Rizal graduated a degree of Licentiate in Medicine in June 1884 at Universidad Central de Madrid as well as a degree of Licentiate in Philosophy and Letters in such school with the rating of __________.
- Aprobado (passing grade)
- Bueno (good)
- Notable (very good)
- Sobrasaliente (excellent)
- Emperor
Correct Answer

A. Sobrasaliente (excellent)

Explanation

The given statement mentions that Rizal graduated with a degree of Licentiate in Philosophy and Letters from Universidad Central de Madrid. The term "sobrasaliente" in Spanish translates to "excellent" in English, indicating that Rizal received the highest rating for his degree.

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Rizal invested his three pesetas (peseta is the currency of Spain between 1869 and 2002) on __________.
- A lottery ticket
- Wine
- Food
- Books
- Clothing
Correct Answer

A. A lottery ticket

Explanation

In Madrid, Rizal spend wisely his money on food, clothing and books---NEVER on wine and women. But at every draw, he invested his 3 pesetas on lottery ticket.

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7.

Shortly after Rizal's arrival in Madrid, he joined the Society of Spaniards and Filipinos, in which the members of the society requested him so he wrote a poem entitled Me Piden Versos(They Asked Me for Verses). What's the name of the organization?
- Circulo Hispano-Filipino
- El Consuejo de los Dioses
- Liceo Artistico-Literario
- Marian Congregation
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Circulo Hispano-Filipino

Explanation

Shortly after Rizal's arrival in Madrid, he joined the Society of Spaniards and Filipinos, which is known as Circulo Hispano-Filipino.

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The Austrian professor, Director of Ateneo of Leitmeritz, whom Rizal had had long and frequent correspondence as their beautiful friendship lasted all their lives.
- Dr. Javier Galezowsky
- Dr. Louis de Weckert
- Jose Alejandrino
- Dr. Otto Becker
- Professor Ferdinand Blumentritt
Correct Answer

A. Professor Ferdinand Blumentritt

Explanation

Professor Ferdinand Blumentritt is the correct answer because the question states that Rizal had a long and frequent correspondence with this person, indicating a close friendship. Additionally, the question mentions that their friendship lasted all their lives, further emphasizing the significance of their relationship.

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9.

When did Rizal left for Spain to complete his university studies and improved his knowledge of arts & sciences and his God-given talents?
- May 3, 1880
- May 3, 1881
- May 3, 1882
- May 3, 1883
- May 3, 1884
Correct Answer

A. May 3, 1882

Explanation

Rizal left for Spain on May 3, 1882, to complete his university studies and improve his knowledge of arts and sciences as well as his God-given talents.

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10.

Rizal visited ___________ (in Marseilles) where Dantes (hero of the Count of Monte Cristo) was imprisoned.
- Tower of babel
- Chateau d' If
- Hanging Garden of Babylon
- Point de Galle
- Pyramid of Pharaoh in Greece
Correct Answer

A. Chateau d' If

Explanation

Rizal visited Chateau d' If (in Marseilles) where Dantes (hero of the Count of Monte Cristo) was imprisoned.

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11.

While sojourning in Barcelona, Rizal received a sad news about the ___________ that was ravaging Manila and provinces causing Calamba folks to have afternoon novenas to San Roque and nocturnal processions and prayers to stop dreadful epidemic, which Spanish authorities were impotent to check. What was the disease?
- Dengue
- Malaria
- Typhoid fever
- Diarrhea
- Cholera
Correct Answer

A. Cholera

Explanation

During Rizal's stay in Barcelona, he received news about a disease that was spreading in Manila and the provinces, causing the people of Calamba to hold afternoon novenas and nocturnal processions to pray for the epidemic to stop. The Spanish authorities were unable to control the disease. The correct answer is cholera.

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12.

The historic waterway Suez Canal, which was traversed by Rizal for 5 days, was constructed by the famous Frenchman named __________.
- Ferdinand Magellan
- Ferdinand de Lesseps
- Miguel Lopez de Legazpi
- Juan de Salcedo
- Cristopher Colombus
Correct Answer

A. Ferdinand de Lesseps

Explanation

The correct answer is Ferdinand de Lesseps. Ferdinand de Lesseps was a famous Frenchman who was responsible for the construction of the Suez Canal. Rizal traversed this historic waterway for 5 days, making de Lesseps the most likely candidate for the correct answer.

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Naples: Italy; Marseilles: France; Port-Bou:__________
- Spain
- Germany
- Japan
- Singapore
- Africa
Correct Answer

A. Spain

Explanation

Port-Bou is a small town located in Spain, near the border with France. It is known for its railway station, which serves as a key crossing point between Spain and France. Just as Naples is in Italy and Marseilles is in France, Port-Bou is in Spain.

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14.

Where did Rizal Rizal hear mass at the sunrise of his embarkation date to Madrid, Spain?
- Sto. Domingo Church
- San Agustin church
- Manila Cathedral
- San Francisco Church
- Recoletos Church
Correct Answer

A. Sto. Domingo Church

Explanation

Rizal Rizal heard mass at Sto. Domingo Church on the sunrise of his embarkation date to Madrid, Spain.

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15.

How much did Rizal owed to Maximo Viola so that the novel Noli Me Tangere could be printed?
- P100.00
- P150.00
- P200.00
- P250.00
- P300.00
Correct Answer

A. P300.00

Explanation

Rizal owed Maximo Viola P300.00 in order to have the novel Noli Me Tangere printed.

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16.

The lieutenant who defended Rizal in the court whom the later chose because the former's name was familiar to him, for the former was the brother of Rizal's bodyguard in 1887
- Juan Salcedo
- Blanco
- Pio Valenzuela
- Luis Taviel de Andrade
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Luis Taviel de Andrade

Explanation

Luis Taviel de Andrade was the lieutenant who defended Rizal in court. Rizal chose him because his name was familiar, as he was the brother of Rizal's bodyguard in 1887. This familiarity may have given Rizal a sense of trust and confidence in Andrade's abilities to defend him.

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17.

In Singapore, Rizal boarded this French steamer named __________, which was sailing to Europe.
- Belvic
- Salvadora
- Hayfong
- City of Rome
- Djemnah
Correct Answer

A. Djemnah

Explanation

Rizal boarded the French steamer named Djemnah in Singapore, which was sailing to Europe.

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18.

The article that Rizal wrote in Diariong Tagalog urging his compatriots to love their fatherland just like his prize-winning A La Juventud Filipina
- Los Viajes
- Felicitacion
- Un Recuerdo a Mi Pueblo
- Revista de Madrid
- Amor Patrio
Correct Answer

A. Amor Patrio

Explanation

The correct answer is "Amor Patrio." The article that Rizal wrote in Diariong Tagalog urging his compatriots to love their fatherland just like his prize-winning A La Juventud Filipina is "Amor Patrio."

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In October 1885, Rizal living in Paris, where he sojourned for about 4 months, worked as an assistant to __________, leading French ophthalmogist.
- Felix Pardo de Tavera
- Dr. Javier Galezowsky
- Dr. Louis de Weckert
- Trinidad Pardo de Tavera
- Dr. Otto Becker
Correct Answer

A. Dr. Louis de Weckert

Explanation

During his time in Paris in October 1885, Rizal worked as an assistant to Dr. Louis de Weckert, a prominent French ophthalmologist.

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20.

The article that Rizal wrote in Madrid on November 29, 1882 which was returned to him because the Diariong Tagalog ceased publication.
- Los Viajes
- Felicitacion
- Amor Patrio
- Revista de Madrid
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Revista de Madrid

Explanation

The correct answer is "Revista de Madrid". This is because the question mentions that the article was written by Rizal in Madrid on November 29, 1882. Therefore, it is logical to assume that the article would be returned to him by a publication based in Madrid, such as the Revista de Madrid.

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21.

Filipinos in Barcelona, some of whom were Rizal's school mate in Ateneo gave him party at their favorite cafe in __________.
- Hotel de Paz
- Plaza de Cataluna
- Las Ramblas
- Port-Bou
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Plaza de Cataluna

Explanation

Filipinos in Barcelona, who were Rizal's schoolmates in Ateneo, organized a party for him at their favorite cafe in Plaza de Cataluna.

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22.

On August 22, 1883, Rizal wrote a lovely poem entitled A la Senorita C.O. y R. Who was he dedicating the poem to?
- Leonor Rivera
- Pilar
- Consuelo
- Concepcion
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Consuelo

Explanation

Rizal wrote the poem "A la Senorita C.O. y R." to Consuelo.

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After completing his studies at Universidad Central de Madrid, on his way to Paris for further study in Ophthalmology, he stopped at Barcelona to visit his friend named ___________, a medical student and a member of a rich family of San Miguel, Bulacan.
- Don Miguel Morayta
- Señor Eusebio Corominas
- Paz Pardo de Tavera
- Trinidad Pardo de Tavera
- Maximo Viola
Correct Answer

A. Maximo Viola

Explanation

Maximo Viola is the correct answer because the passage mentions that the protagonist stopped in Barcelona to visit his friend, who is described as a medical student and a member of a rich family. Among the given options, Maximo Viola is the only one who fits this description. The other options are either not mentioned in the passage or do not match the given details. Therefore, Maximo Viola is the most logical choice for the friend's name.

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In Berlin Rizal was enchanted because of the scientifice atmosphere and the absence of racial prejudice. And he came in contact with the German scientist-traveler named ___________, who was the author of Travelers in the Philippines which Rizal read and admired for such author foretell the downfall of the Spanish rule and the coming of Americans to the Phillippine shore.
- Dr. Feodor Jagor
- Alexander Dumas
- Hans Andersen
- Beecher Stowe
- Eugene Sue
Correct Answer

A. Dr. Feodor Jagor

Explanation

Rizal came in contact with the German scientist-traveler named Dr. Feodor Jagor, who was the author of "Travelers in the Philippines". Rizal read and admired this book because it foretold the downfall of Spanish rule in the Philippines and the arrival of the Americans. Rizal was enchanted by Berlin's scientific atmosphere and the absence of racial prejudice, which likely made his encounter with Dr. Feodor Jagor even more impactful.

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In another Luna's great painting "The Blood Compact" Rizal posed as ___________ while Dr. Trinidad Pardo de Tavera posed as Legazpi
- Spanish priest
- Lapu-Lapu
- Dagohoy
- Sikatuna
- Egyptian priest
Correct Answer

A. Sikatuna

Explanation

In Luna's painting "The Blood Compact," Rizal posed as Sikatuna while Dr. Trinidad Pardo de Tavera posed as Legazpi.

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Rizal discussed with Luna, the great master of brush, by posing as model in several painting. In Luna's canvas "The Death of Cleopatra posing as a/an ___________.. Rizal discussed with Luna, the great master of brush, by posing as model in several painting. In Luna's canvas "The Death of Cleopatra" posing as a/an ___________.
- Ferdinand Magellan
- Lapu-Lapu
- Dagohoy
- Sikatuna
- Egyptian priest
Correct Answer

A. Egyptian priest

Explanation

Rizal discussed with Luna, the great master of brush, by posing as a model in several paintings. In Luna's canvas "The Death of Cleopatra," Rizal posed as an Egyptian priest.

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27.

The winter of 1886 was his darkest winter in Berlin for the following reasons EXCEPT: i.) He ate only one meal a day consisted of bread and water or some cheap vegetable soup ii.) The diamond ring from Saturnina got lost iii.) He had no money arrived from Calamba and could not pay for his landlord
- I only
- Ii only
- Iii only
- I and ii
- I and iii
Correct Answer

A. Ii only

Explanation

The diamond ring given by Saturnina was pawned in the pawnshop

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On June 2, 1882, Rizal arrived at the city of ___________ (Red Sea terminal of the Suez Canal), whose beautiful moonlight of this picturesque city reminded him of his family and Calamba.
- Colombo
- Singapore
- Aden
- Marseilles
- Suez
Correct Answer

A. Suez

Explanation

Rizal arrived at the city of Suez on June 2, 1882. The description of the city's beautiful moonlight and its resemblance to his family and Calamba suggests that this city held sentimental value for Rizal. The other options, Colombo, Singapore, Aden, and Marseilles, do not fit the description given in the question. Therefore, the correct answer is Suez.

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On his last night in Manila, Rizal rode about the city and its suburbs. He was accompanied by ___________.
- Uncle Antonio Rivera
- Paciano
- Soledad
- Both Uncle Antonio Rivera and Paciano
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Soledad

Explanation

On his last night in Manila, Rizal rode about the city and its suburbs. The question is asking who accompanied him during this ride. The options given are Uncle Antonio Rivera, Paciano, Soledad, both Uncle Antonio Rivera and Paciano, and none of the above. The correct answer is Soledad, as it is stated in the question.

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30.

A liberal-minded Spaniard and Civil Governor of Manila (during General Carlos Ma. de la Torre's administration) whom Rizal used to visit the home of every Saturday evening because the hero was far away and lonely in Madrid. He and other Filipino students played parlor games with his 2 daughters.
- Guillermo Puatu
- Francisco Calvo Muñoz
- Ramon Blanco
- Don Pablo Ortega y Rey
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Don Pablo Ortega y Rey

Explanation

Don Pablo Ortega y Rey is the correct answer because he was a liberal-minded Spaniard and Civil Governor of Manila during General Carlos Ma. de la Torre's administration. Rizal used to visit his home every Saturday evening because he was far away and lonely in Madrid. Don Pablo Ortega y Rey and other Filipino students played parlor games with his two daughters, indicating a close relationship between Rizal and Don Pablo Ortega y Rey.

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31.

In the steamer bound to Europe, Jose tried to speak French with some passengers but to his surprise the bookish French which he learned from Ateneo couldn't be understood. Jose tried to do the following EXCEPT
- Speak it with Latin and Spanish words
- Aid it with much gesticulation
- Aid it with frequent sketching on paper
- Speak it with German and Greek
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. Speak it with German and Greek

Explanation

Jose tried to do all of the following EXCEPT speak French with German and Greek words.

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32.

Owner of La Publicidad and statesman whom Rizal made a crayon sketch when Rizal went to Paris visiting Maximo Viola.
- Don Miguel Morayta
- Trinidad Pardo de Tavera
- Dr. Louis de Weckert
- Señor Eusebio Corominas
- Maximo Viola
Correct Answer

A. Don Miguel Morayta

Explanation

Don Miguel Morayta was the owner of La Publicidad and a statesman. Rizal made a crayon sketch of him when he visited Maximo Viola in Paris.

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Rizal sent two books entitled "Arithmetica" written in Spanish and Tagalog by University of Santo Tomas Press in 1868. The author was __________, a native of Santa Cruz, Laguna.
- Felix Pardo de Tavera
- Rufino Baltazar Hernandez
- Jose Alejandrino
- Marcelo H. del Pilar
- Dr. Adolph Meyer
Correct Answer

A. Rufino Baltazar Hernandez

Explanation

Rufino Baltazar Hernandez is the correct answer because he was the author of the book "Arithmetica" written in Spanish and Tagalog. The question states that Rizal sent two books entitled "Arithmetica" in 1868, and it specifies that the author was a native of Santa Cruz, Laguna. Therefore, Rufino Baltazar Hernandez fits this description as the author of the mentioned book.

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After the publication of Noli Me Tangere, Rizal was warned not to return home by the following people EXCEPT: i.) Silvestre Ubaldo ii) Josephine Bracken iii) Paciano and Jose M. Cecilio
- I only
- Ii only
- Iii only
- I and ii
- I and iii
Correct Answer

A. Ii only

Explanation

After the publication of Noli Me Tangere, Rizal was warned not to return home by Silvestre Ubaldo and Paciano and Jose M. Cecilio. There is no mention of Josephine Bracken warning Rizal not to return home. Therefore, the correct answer is ii only.

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Rizal, deciding to return home, left Rome by train for Marseilles, a French port. And on July 3, 1887 he boarded WHAT STEAMER?
- Tabo
- Djemnah
- Hayfong
- Salvadora
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Djemnah

Explanation

Rizal, after leaving Rome, took a train to Marseilles, a French port. On July 3, 1887, he boarded the Djemnah steamer.

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36.

The lottery prize that Rizal won.
- P10,000
- P20,000
- P30,000
- P40,000
- P50,000
Correct Answer

A. P20,000

Explanation

Rizal won a lottery prize worth P20,000.

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37.

Rizal landed this place to see the interesting spots of ____________, the Mediterranean terminal of Suez Canal, where he heard the multi-racial residents speaking a babel of tongues - Arabic, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Egyptian, etc.
- Point de Galle
- Port Said
- Colombo
- Aden
- Marseilles
Correct Answer

A. Port Said

Explanation

Rizal landed in Port Said to see the interesting spots of the Mediterranean terminal of Suez Canal. He heard the multi-racial residents speaking a babel of tongues, including Arabic, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Egyptian, and more.

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38.

What is Jose Rizal's height?
- 4' 9"
- 4' 10"
- 4' 11"
- 5' 0"
- 5' 1"
Correct Answer

A. 4' 11"

Explanation

Jose Rizal's height is 4' 11".

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Rizal was accused of this/these crime or crimes.i. rebellion ii. seditioniii. illegal association
- I only
- I and ii
- I and iii
- Ii and iii
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

Rizal was accused of rebellion, sedition, and illegal association. This means that he was charged with participating in a rebellion against the government, inciting public unrest through seditious activities, and being a member of an illegal association. These charges suggest that Rizal was actively involved in activities that were perceived as threats to the stability and authority of the ruling regime.

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In Saigon, on July 30, 1887, he transferred to ANOTHER STEAMER, which was Manila-bound. What was the steamer he was riding?
- Tabo
- Djemnah
- Hayfong
- Salvadora
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Hayfong
41.

In his hometown (Calamba), patients from Manila and provinces flocked to such town, which Rizal came to be called _________ because he came from Germany, busy attending his lucrative medical practice.
- Doctor Laon
- Doctor Dimasalang
- Doctor Uliman
- Doctor Soliman
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Doctor Uliman

Explanation

In his hometown (Calamba), patients from Manila and provinces flocked to such town, which Rizal came to be called Doctor Uliman because he came from Germany, busy attending his lucrative medical practice.

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42.

While the storm over the Noli was raging in fury, Rizal was not molested in Calamba because of this Governor-General that assigned a bodyguard for Rizal. Who was that Governor-General?
- Terrero
- Blanco
- Miguel Lopez de Legazpi
- Juan Salcedo
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Terrero

Explanation

During the storm over the Noli, Rizal was protected in Calamba because of Terrero, the Governor-General who assigned a bodyguard for him.

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43.

When Rizal was exiled in Dapitan, the different perspectives of Rizal's "many-splendored genius" were enhanced such as the following EXCEPT:
- Rizal as Educator
- Rizal as a Traveler
- Rizal as a Farmer
- Rizal as Inventor and a Scientist
- Rizal as an Engineer
Correct Answer

A. Rizal as a Traveler

Explanation

During Rizal's exile in Dapitan, his different perspectives were enhanced, including his role as an educator, a farmer, an inventor and scientist, and an engineer. However, his role as a traveler was not emphasized during this time.

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On July 31, 1896, Rizal's four year exile in Dapitan came to an end. At midnight of that date he left, together with Josephine, Narcisa, Angelica (Narcisa's daughter), his three nephews, and 6 of his loyal pupils, on the steamer named __________.
- España
- Castilla
- Isla de Luzon
- Isla de Panay
- Colon
Correct Answer

A. España

Explanation

On July 31, 1896, Rizal's four year exile in Dapitan came to an end. At midnight of that date he left, together with Josephine, Narcisa, Angelica (Narcisa's daughter), his three nephews, and 6 of his loyal pupils, on the steamer named "España". This suggests that Rizal and his companions boarded the ship called "España" to leave Dapitan.

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45.

In his two-day sojourn in the English colony of Singapore, what did Rizal particularly admire?
- Their languages and culture they spoke
- Their customs and traditions that were somewhat alike to the Filipinos
- The confidence which natives of Singapore seemed to have in their government
- Their discipline and strict compliance of imposed laws
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. The confidence which natives of Singapore seemed to have in their government

Explanation

Rizal particularly admired the confidence which natives of Singapore seemed to have in their government.

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Rizal stayed in Leipzig from August 14, 1886-October 29, 1886, he translated Schiller's ___________ from German to Tagalog so that Filipinos might know the story of Swiss independence.
- Fairy Tales
- Travels in the Philippines
- William Tell
- The Count of Monte Cristo
- Uncle Tom’s Cabin
Correct Answer

A. William Tell

Explanation

During his stay in Leipzig, Rizal translated Schiller's "William Tell" from German to Tagalog. This translation was done with the intention of making Filipinos aware of the story of Swiss independence. Rizal believed that by translating and sharing this story, he could inspire Filipinos to fight for their own independence and freedom.

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47.

The exact time Rizal died when he was shot at Bagumbayan Field by firing squad
- 6:00 am
- 6:15 am
- 6:30 am
- 7:00 am
- 7:03 am
Correct Answer

A. 7:03 am

Explanation

Rizal was shot at Bagumbayan Field by a firing squad. The given answer, 7:03 am, is the exact time when Rizal died.

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48.

The editor of Diariong Tagalog who congratulated Rizal for the article and requested him for some articles
- Marcelo H. del Pilar
- Juan Luna
- Francisco Calvo
- Antonio Luna
- Manuel T. Hidalgo
Correct Answer

A. Francisco Calvo

Explanation

Francisco Calvo is the correct answer because he was the editor of Diariong Tagalog who congratulated Rizal for the article and requested him for some articles.

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In Heidelberg, Rizal worked in the clinic of __________, famous Polish ophthalmologist
- Felix Pardo de Tavera
- Dr. Javier Galezowsky
- Dr. Louis de Weckert
- Trinidad Pardo de Tavera
- Dr. Otto Becker
Correct Answer

A. Dr. Javier Galezowsky

Explanation

Rizal worked in the clinic of Dr. Javier Galezowsky, a famous Polish ophthalmologist, in Heidelberg.

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At the National Exposition of Fine Arts in Madrid in 1884, joined by many painters in Europe in that art competition, Luna won first prize (gold medal) for his __________.

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After Rizal completed his studies in Madrid, Rizal went to Paris and Germany in order to specialize in ___________.

Rizal's departure for Spain was kept secret to avoid detection by the colonial officers and friars, but the following below knew that Jose was leaving EXCEPT

Rizal graduated a degree of Licentiate in Medicine in June 1884 at Universidad Central de Madrid as well as a degree of Licentiate in Philosophy and Letters in such school with the rating of __________.

Rizal invested his three pesetas (peseta is the currency of Spain between 1869 and 2002) on __________.

Shortly after Rizal's arrival in Madrid, he joined the Society of Spaniards and Filipinos, in which the members of the society requested him so he wrote a poem entitled Me Piden Versos(They Asked Me for Verses). What's the name of the organization?

The Austrian professor, Director of Ateneo of Leitmeritz, whom Rizal had had long and frequent correspondence as their beautiful friendship lasted all their lives.

When did Rizal left for Spain to complete his university studies and improved his knowledge of arts & sciences and his God-given talents?

Rizal visited ___________ (in Marseilles) where Dantes (hero of the Count of Monte Cristo) was imprisoned.

The historic waterway Suez Canal, which was traversed by Rizal for 5 days, was constructed by the famous Frenchman named __________.

Naples: Italy; Marseilles: France; Port-Bou:__________

Where did Rizal Rizal hear mass at the sunrise of his embarkation date to Madrid, Spain?

How much did Rizal owed to Maximo Viola so that the novel Noli Me Tangere could be printed?

The lieutenant who defended Rizal in the court whom the later chose because the former's name was familiar to him, for the former was the brother of Rizal's bodyguard in 1887

In Singapore, Rizal boarded this French steamer named __________, which was sailing to Europe.

The article that Rizal wrote in Diariong Tagalog urging his compatriots to love their fatherland just like his prize-winning A La Juventud Filipina

In October 1885, Rizal living in Paris, where he sojourned for about 4 months, worked as an assistant to __________, leading French ophthalmogist.

The article that Rizal wrote in Madrid on November 29, 1882 which was returned to him because the Diariong Tagalog ceased publication.

Filipinos in Barcelona, some of whom were Rizal's school mate in Ateneo gave him party at their favorite cafe in __________.

On August 22, 1883, Rizal wrote a lovely poem entitled A la Senorita C.O. y R. Who was he dedicating the poem to?

After completing his studies at Universidad Central de Madrid, on his way to Paris for further study in Ophthalmology, he stopped at Barcelona to visit his friend named ___________, a medical student and a member of a rich family of San Miguel, Bulacan.

In another Luna's great painting "The Blood Compact" Rizal posed as ___________ while Dr. Trinidad Pardo de Tavera posed as Legazpi

The winter of 1886 was his darkest winter in Berlin for the following reasons EXCEPT: i.) He ate only one meal a day consisted of bread and water or some cheap vegetable soup ii.) The diamond ring from Saturnina got lost iii.) He had no money arrived from Calamba and could not pay for his landlord

On June 2, 1882, Rizal arrived at the city of ___________ (Red Sea terminal of the Suez Canal), whose beautiful moonlight of this picturesque city reminded him of his family and Calamba.

On his last night in Manila, Rizal rode about the city and its suburbs. He was accompanied by ___________.

A liberal-minded Spaniard and Civil Governor of Manila (during General Carlos Ma. de la Torre's administration) whom Rizal used to visit the home of every Saturday evening because the hero was far away and lonely in Madrid. He and other Filipino students played parlor games with his 2 daughters.

In the steamer bound to Europe, Jose tried to speak French with some passengers but to his surprise the bookish French which he learned from Ateneo couldn't be understood. Jose tried to do the following EXCEPT

Owner of La Publicidad and statesman whom Rizal made a crayon sketch when Rizal went to Paris visiting Maximo Viola.

Rizal sent two books entitled "Arithmetica" written in Spanish and Tagalog by University of Santo Tomas Press in 1868. The author was __________, a native of Santa Cruz, Laguna.

After the publication of Noli Me Tangere, Rizal was warned not to return home by the following people EXCEPT: i.) Silvestre Ubaldo ii) Josephine Bracken iii) Paciano and Jose M. Cecilio

Rizal, deciding to return home, left Rome by train for Marseilles, a French port. And on July 3, 1887 he boarded WHAT STEAMER?

The lottery prize that Rizal won.

Rizal landed this place to see the interesting spots of ____________, the Mediterranean terminal of Suez Canal, where he heard the multi-racial residents speaking a babel of tongues - Arabic, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Egyptian, etc.

What is Jose Rizal's height?

Rizal was accused of this/these crime or crimes.i. rebellion ii. seditioniii. illegal association

In Saigon, on July 30, 1887, he transferred to ANOTHER STEAMER, which was Manila-bound. What was the steamer he was riding?

In his hometown (Calamba), patients from Manila and provinces flocked to such town, which Rizal came to be called _________ because he came from Germany, busy attending his lucrative medical practice.

While the storm over the Noli was raging in fury, Rizal was not molested in Calamba because of this Governor-General that assigned a bodyguard for Rizal. Who was that Governor-General?

When Rizal was exiled in Dapitan, the different perspectives of Rizal's "many-splendored genius" were enhanced such as the following EXCEPT:

On July 31, 1896, Rizal's four year exile in Dapitan came to an end. At midnight of that date he left, together with Josephine, Narcisa, Angelica (Narcisa's daughter), his three nephews, and 6 of his loyal pupils, on the steamer named __________.

In his two-day sojourn in the English colony of Singapore, what did Rizal particularly admire?

Rizal stayed in Leipzig from August 14, 1886-October 29, 1886, he translated Schiller's ___________ from German to Tagalog so that Filipinos might know the story of Swiss independence.

The exact time Rizal died when he was shot at Bagumbayan Field by firing squad

The editor of Diariong Tagalog who congratulated Rizal for the article and requested him for some articles

In Heidelberg, Rizal worked in the clinic of __________, famous Polish ophthalmologist