Sino Ka Ba, Jose Rizal?

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    Jose Rizal was the seventh of eleven children born to a wealthy family. Where was Rizal born?

    • Capas, Tarlac
    • Calamba, Laguna
    • Balanga, Bataan
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Dr. Jose Rizal was one of the people who expressed the growing national consciousness of many Filipinos who opposed Spanish colonial tyranny. Have you read about him in class or heard about him in a song? This trivia quiz intends to test how much you know about Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines. Give it a try and learn more about his history and effect on the people.

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  • 2. 

    Jose Rizal was executed by firing squad in1896 at Bagumbayan, Manila. What is Bagumbayan now known as?

    • Luneta

    • Rizal Stadium

    • Cultural Center of the Philippines

    Correct Answer
    A. Luneta
    Explanation
    Bagumbayan, now known as Luneta, is the location where Jose Rizal was executed by firing squad in 1896. Luneta is a historical park in Manila, Philippines, and it is famous for being the site of Rizal's execution and as a symbol of Philippine independence. The park is also known as Rizal Park, in honor of the national hero, and it is a popular tourist destination and gathering place for various events and celebrations.

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  • 3. 

    Jose Rizal founded this organization, a civic organization that subsequently gave birth to the Katipunan led by Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Jacinto

    • La Liga Filipina

    • Samahan Maharlika

    • Bayani ng Filipino

    Correct Answer
    A. La Liga Filipina
    Explanation
    La Liga Filipina was founded by Jose Rizal and was a civic organization that aimed to unite Filipinos and work towards reforms in the Spanish colonial government. However, the organization was short-lived as it was dissolved by the Spanish authorities. Nevertheless, its ideals and principles inspired other revolutionary groups, such as the Katipunan led by Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Jacinto, who continued the fight for independence from Spanish rule. Therefore, La Liga Filipina played a significant role in the formation of the Katipunan and the Philippine Revolution.

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  • 4. 

    Rizal Day commemorates the death of our national hero. When is this observed?

    • June 19

    • September 21

    • December 30

    Correct Answer
    A. December 30
    Explanation
    Rizal Day is observed on December 30th. This day commemorates the death of our national hero, Jose Rizal. Jose Rizal was a Filipino nationalist and polymath during the late 19th century. He played a significant role in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonization and is considered a symbol of Filipino nationalism and patriotism. Therefore, December 30th is observed as Rizal Day to honor his contributions and sacrifice for the country.

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  • 5. 

    What was the title of Jose Rizal's very first poem at age seven?

    • Sa Aking Mga Kababata

    • Mi Ultimo Adios

    • Memories of My Town

    Correct Answer
    A. Sa Aking Mga Kababata
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Sa Aking Mga Kababata". This was the title of Jose Rizal's very first poem at the age of seven.

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  • 6. 

    How many languages did Jose Rizal grow up to speak?

    • 4

    • 14

    • 22

    Correct Answer
    A. 22
    Explanation
    Jose Rizal grew up speaking 22 languages.

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  • 7. 

    The famous Rizal monument in Luneta was not the work of a Filipino but a Swiss sculptor. What was the sculptor's name?

    • Richard Kissling

    • Mitchell Samson

    • Robert Claireton

    Correct Answer
    A. Richard Kissling
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Richard Kissling. The Rizal monument in Luneta was not created by a Filipino artist, but by a Swiss sculptor named Richard Kissling.

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  • 8. 

    Rizal discovered 3 species. Which among the following are not one of the species named after Rizal?

    • Draco rizali, a species of flying dragon

    • Rachophorous rizali, a species of toad

    • Monna rizali, a monkey species

    Correct Answer
    A. Monna rizali, a monkey species
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Monna rizali, a monkey species. This is because the other two options, Draco rizali and Rachophorous rizali, are named after Rizal and are a species of flying dragon and toad respectively. However, there is no known species named Monna rizali that is associated with Rizal.

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  • 9. 

    At what age could Jose Rizal read and write?

    • Two

    • Four

    • Six

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    Jose Rizal could read and write at the age of two.

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  • 10. 

    Rizal is known by two of the three names listed below. Which name does not describe Rizal. 

    • Polymath

    • Renaissance Man

    • Contemporary Master

    Correct Answer
    A. Contemporary Master
    Explanation
    Rizal is known as a polymath and a Renaissance man, which means he is highly knowledgeable and skilled in various fields. However, he is not known as a contemporary master. This term typically refers to someone who is currently at the forefront of their field or recognized as a master in their contemporary time. Since Rizal lived in the 19th century, he cannot be considered a contemporary master.

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