Rizal's Thoughts on Education

1. According to Jose Rizal, what was the main reason for the backwardness of the Philippines during the Spanish era?

• A. The Filipinos' lack of intelligence
  

• B. The absence of educational institutions
  

• C. The neglect of Spanish authorities in providing proper education
  

• D. The indolence and laziness of Filipinos

2. What kind of education did Rizal advocate for to achieve reform?

• A. Religious education under priestly control
  

• B. Liberal education free from political and religious influence
  

• C. Technical education focused on agriculture
  

• D. Education only for the elite class

3. In Rizal’s proposed college curriculum, which of the following was not explicitly mentioned?

• A. Science and physical education

• B. Languages like French and Tagalog

• C. Military training and discipline

• D. Courses on etiquette and social behavior

4. Which of the following was not a desirable quality of a teacher, according to Rizal?

• A. Racial preference in student selection

• B. Mastery of subject matter

• C. Initiative and resourcefulness

• D. Love for the teaching profession

5. In Rizal’s view, how should teachers inspire students to learn?

• A. By using corporal punishment

• B. Through forced memorization of religious texts

• C. By encouraging wholesome class competition and personal discipline

• D. By limiting them to farming and manual labor