Rizal MIDTERM REVIEWER

What year was Republic Act 1425, or the Rizal Law, enacted?

• 1945

• 1950

• 1956

• 1960

Which two novels by Jose Rizal are mandated to be included in the school curriculum by Republic Act 1425?

• Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo

• Mi Último Adiós and Noli Me Tangere

• El Filibusterismo and La Solidaridad

• Noli Me Tangere and Sa Aking Mga Kababata

Who was the senator that fought hard to pass the Rizal Bill into law?

• Mariano J. Cuenco

• Claro M. Recto

• Francisco Rodrigo

• Jose Ma. Hernandez

Which individual also supported the Rizal Bill and proposed an amendment to balance the measures?

• Jose P. Laurel

• Guillermo Guevarra

• Ramon Magsaysay

• Jacobo V. Gonzales

What was one of the key objections raised by the Catholic Church against the Rizal Law?

• The novels promote violence

• The novels violate religious freedom

• The novels misinterpret historical events

• The novels are too difficult for students to understand

The concept of heroism, according to Napoleon Bonaparte, consists of:

• Fighting for your nation

• Being superior to the challenges of life

• Leading people to victory

• Sacrificing one's life for others

What is one of the criteria for a hero according to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines?

• Wealth and power

• The number of battles fought

• The extent of sacrifices for the welfare of the country

• Popularity among the masses

Who were the 'martyrs' that inspired Rizal to fight against Spanish tyranny?

• GomBurZa

• The Katipuneros

• The Propagandists

• The Guardia Civil

What was the title of the first poem written by Rizal at age 8?

• Un Recuerdo A Mi Pueblo

• Mi Último Adiós

• Sa Aking Mga Kababata

• A La Juventud Filipina

What tragic event in Rizal's early life brought him his first sorrow?

• The death of his sister, Concha

• The death of his mother

• His imprisonment in Spain

• The execution of his uncle