Life and Works of Jose Rizal

What is the main purpose of Republic Act 1425?

• To include courses on the life and works of Jose Rizal in the curricula of all schools.

• To promote the Spanish language in the Philippines.

• To establish a national holiday in honor of Jose Rizal.

• To fund the printing of Rizal's novels.

What were the reasons for the failure of revolts in the Philippines during the Spanish era?

• Lack of sufficient arms and training.

• Unity among the Filipinos.

• Strong leadership.

• Support from foreign nations.

What influences did Rizal receive from his ancestors and family?

• Love of freedom and courage from Malay ancestors.

• Thriftiness and perseverance from Chinese ancestors.

• Sense of sacrifice and love for arts from his mother.

• All of the above.

What was the significance of the execution of GOMBURZA in Rizal's life?

• It inspired him to write his first novel.

• It had no impact on him.

• It marked a turning point in his understanding of nationalism.

• It motivated him to leave the Philippines.

What was Rizal's educational philosophy?

• Education is a tool for social progress.

• Education should be limited to the elite.

• Education is not important for national development.

• Education should focus solely on vocational training.

What was the name of the secret organization Rizal formed at UST?

• La Liga Filipina.

• Companarismo.

• Katipunan.

• Propaganda Movement.

What was the first publication of Rizal outside the Philippines?

• Noli Me Tangere.

• El Filibusterismo.

• Amor Patrio.

• A La Juventud Filipina.

What did Rizal's mother teach him?

• How to read and write.

• How to paint.

• How to play sports.

• How to cook.

What was the main reason Rizal went to Spain?

• To study medicine.

• To escape from the Spanish authorities.

• To promote his novels.

• To join a secret society.

Why did Rizal decide to go back to the Philippines?

• To cure the eyes of his mother

• To serve as a doctor to his countrymen

• To discover the effects of Noli me Tangere in the country

• All of the above