Rizal Quiz- Life And Works Of Rizal

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1. Noli me tangere" is a Latin phrase which Rizal used as the title of one of his two novels. What does it mean?

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"Noli me tangere" is a Latin phrase that translates to "Touch me not." Rizal used this phrase as the title of one of his novels. The phrase signifies a sense of caution or warning, indicating that the person or object should not be touched or approached. In the context of Rizal's novel, the title suggests a deeper meaning, reflecting the protagonist's desire to protect his identity and avoid any interference or manipulation.

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Rizal Quiz- Life And Works Of Rizal - Quiz

Explore the life and works of Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines. This quiz assesses knowledge of key events, like his last night in Manila, his travels to Spain, and his writings that urged patriotism. Ideal for learners interested in Philippine history and Rizal's influence.

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2. What is the complete legal name of Dr. Jose Rizal?

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3. He was an Austrian and he became the best friend of Dr. Jose Rizal. Who was he?

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Dr. Ferdinand Blumentritt was an Austrian who became the best friend of Dr. Jose Rizal. They met in 1886 and developed a close friendship based on mutual interests in history, culture, and nationalism. Blumentritt played a significant role in supporting Rizal's nationalist activities and advocating for Philippine independence. He corresponded with Rizal and provided him with valuable insights and information about European politics and culture. Their friendship lasted until Rizal's execution in 1896.

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4. What is the Spanish name for a Filipino native, which the Filipinos resented?

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The Spanish name for a Filipino native, which the Filipinos resented, is "Indio." This term was used by the Spanish colonizers to refer to the indigenous people of the Philippines, implying a lower social status and perpetuating discrimination. The Filipinos resented this term as it reflected the oppressive and discriminatory treatment they faced under Spanish colonial rule.

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5. Who was the older brother of Dr. Jose Rizal?

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Paciano Rizal is the correct answer because he was the older brother of Dr. Jose Rizal. Paciano played a significant role in Jose Rizal's life, providing guidance and support throughout his education and career. He was also involved in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule, further highlighting his importance in Philippine history.

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6. What was the date of birth of Dr. Jose Rizal? 

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Dr. Jose Rizal was born on June 19, 1861.

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

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After completing his studies in Madrid, Rizal went to Paris and Germany to specialize in ophthalmology. This suggests that Rizal wanted to focus on the study and treatment of eye diseases and disorders. Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eye. By choosing to specialize in this field, Rizal likely aimed to gain expertise in diagnosing and treating eye-related conditions, possibly with the intention of helping improve eye health and vision in his home country.

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8. R.A. 1425 states that RIZAL's life and works should be taught in all private and public schools in the country. R.A. 1425 is otherwise known as the___.

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The correct answer is RIZAL LAW. R.A. 1425, also known as the Rizal Law, mandates the teaching of Jose Rizal's life and works in all private and public schools in the country. This law was enacted to promote nationalism and a deeper understanding of Philippine history and culture among the youth. By studying Rizal's life and works, students can gain insights into the struggles and aspirations of the Filipino people during the Spanish colonial period and appreciate the values of patriotism, heroism, and love for country.

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9. At 16, Rizal experienced his first romance. He fell in love with which girl?

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Rizal's first romance was with Segunda Katigbak.

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

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

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The question states that Rizal invested his three pesetas, which implies that he put his money into something with the hope of gaining a profit or winning something. Out of the given options, the most likely choice for investment would be a lottery ticket. This is because buying a lottery ticket is a common way to try and win a large sum of money with a small initial investment. Therefore, it can be inferred that Rizal invested his three pesetas on a lottery ticket.

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12.  What is the real name of O-Sei-San?

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The real name of O-Sei-San is Seiko Usui.

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

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

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14. 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

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The correct answer is "His parents." Rizal's departure for Spain was kept secret to avoid detection by the colonial officers and friars, and only a few people were aware of his plan. However, his parents were not included in those who knew about his departure.

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

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

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16. 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?

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Shortly after Rizal's arrival in Madrid, he joined the Circulo Hispano-Filipino, an organization composed of Spaniards and Filipinos. The members of the society requested him to write a poem, which he titled "Me Piden Versos" (They Asked Me for Verses).

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17. 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.

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Rizal arrived at the city of Suez on June 2, 1882. The description of the city as having a beautiful moonlight that reminded him of his family and Calamba suggests that Suez was a significant place for Rizal. This indicates that the city held personal significance for him, possibly because it was a stop along his journey or because he had fond memories associated with it.

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

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

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

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The Suez Canal, which Rizal traversed for 5 days, was constructed by Ferdinand de Lesseps.

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20. He was the savior of Noli Me Tangere.

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Maximo Viola was the savior of Noli Me Tangere, a novel written by Jose Rizal. Viola was a close friend and supporter of Rizal, and he played a crucial role in the publication of the novel. When Rizal ran out of funds to publish the book, Viola provided the necessary financial assistance. Without Viola's support, Noli Me Tangere may not have been published and its powerful message about the injustices and abuses during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines may not have reached a wide audience. Therefore, Maximo Viola played a significant role in ensuring the success and impact of Noli Me Tangere.

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21. The lottery prize that Rizal won.

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Rizal won a lottery prize of P20,000.

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22. Which one do you like?

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

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During Rizal's exile in Dapitan, his various talents and abilities were highlighted, including his role as an educator, his skills as a farmer, and his contributions as an inventor and scientist. However, his perspective as a traveler was not emphasized during this time.

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

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

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25. 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

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During the winter of 1886 in Berlin, the person experienced several difficulties. They could only afford to eat one meal a day consisting of basic food items and were unable to pay their landlord due to a lack of money from Calamba. However, there is no mention of a lost diamond ring from Saturnina, so this reason is not included as one of the hardships faced during that winter.

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

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Rizal rode about the city and its suburbs on his last night in Manila with Soledad.

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27. The original title of the first poem written by Rizal in his native language at the age of eight.

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The given answer, "SA AKING MGA KABABATA," is the original title of the first poem written by Rizal in his native language at the age of eight. This poem, which translates to "To My Fellow Children" in English, reflects Rizal's love for his country and his desire to instill nationalistic values in his fellow Filipinos from a young age. In this poem, Rizal emphasizes the importance of unity, love, and freedom among his fellow countrymen.

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

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The correct answer is "Los Viajes." This is because the question mentions that Rizal wrote an article in Diariong Tagalog urging his compatriots to love their fatherland, similar to his prize-winning "A La Juventud Filipina." Among the given options, "Los Viajes" is the most relevant article as it also focuses on patriotism and love for the country.

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29. Rizal's boyish imagination was stirred by the sufferings of Edmond Dantes in the novel ___.

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Rizal's boyish imagination was stirred by the sufferings of Edmond Dantes in the novel "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexander Dumas.

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30. The winning allegory of Rizal was a literary masterpiece based on the Greek classic __________.

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The correct answer is "EL CONSEJO DELOS DIOSES / THE COUNCIL OF GODS." Rizal's winning allegory was a literary masterpiece that drew inspiration from the Greek classic "The Council of Gods." This suggests that Rizal's work incorporated elements from Greek mythology and perhaps explored themes related to the divine and the supernatural.

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Noli me tangere" is a Latin phrase which Rizal used as the title...
What is the complete legal name of Dr. Jose Rizal?
He was an Austrian and he became the best friend of Dr. Jose Rizal....
What is the Spanish name for a Filipino native, which the Filipinos...
Who was the older brother of Dr. Jose Rizal?
What was the date of birth of Dr. Jose Rizal? 
After Rizal completed his studies in Madrid, Rizal went to Paris and...
R.A. 1425 states that RIZAL's life and works should be taught in all...
At 16, Rizal experienced his first romance. He fell in love with which...
The exact time Rizal died when he was shot at Bagumbayan Field by...
Rizal invested his three pesetas (peseta is the currency of Spain...
 What is the real name of O-Sei-San?
How much did Rizal owed to Maximo Viola so that the novel Noli Me...
Rizal's departure for Spain was kept secret to avoid detection by...
When did Rizal left for Spain to complete his university...
Shortly after Rizal's arrival in Madrid, he joined the Society of...
On June 2, 1882, Rizal arrived at the city of ___________ ( Red Sea...
In Singapore, Rizal boarded this French steamer named __________,...
The historic waterway Suez Canal, which was traversed by Rizal for 5...
He was the savior of Noli Me Tangere.
The lottery prize that Rizal won.
Which one do you like?
When Rizal was exiled in Dapitan, the different perspectives of...
On August 22, 1883, Rizal wrote a lovely poem entitled A la Senorita...
The winter of 1886 was his darkest winter in Berlin for the following...
On his last night in Manila, Rizal rode about the city and its...
The original title of the first poem written by Rizal in his native...
The article that Rizal wrote in Diariong Tagalog urging his...
Rizal's boyish imagination was stirred by the sufferings of Edmond...
The winning allegory of Rizal was a literary masterpiece based on the...
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