RW-G-8 & G-9

What was Rizal’s primary goal in writing The Philippines: A Century Hence?

• To promote Spanish colonization

• To predict the future of the Philippines

• To discourage Filipino education

• To praise the Spanish friars

Where was The Philippines: A Century Hence first published?

• La Solidaridad

• Diariong Tagalog

• El Filibusterismo

• Noli Me Tangere

What did Rizal predict would awaken Filipino nationalism?

• Military force

• Foreign colonization

• Education and exposure abroad

• Friar abuses

Rizal argued that Spain would only keep the Philippines if:

• It increased taxation

• Genuine reforms were granted

• Friars gained more power

• Filipinos were denied education

Which of Rizal’s predicted scenarios happened after Spain lost control of the Philippines in 1898?

• Full independence immediately

• Colonization by another foreign power

• Permanent union with Spain

• Peaceful coexistence with friars

Which group did Rizal expect to lead reforms in the Philippines?

• The clergy

• The military

• The ilustrados (educated class)

• The peasants

According to Rizal, the Philippines could become a province of Spain if:

• Filipinos were granted representation in Spanish Parliament

• Filipinos rejected education

• Spain continued abusive policies

• Other nations allowed it

Which quote best reflects Rizal’s belief in the importance of history?

• “The future of the nation depends on the youth.”

• “He who does not know how to look back at where he came from will never get to his destination.”

• “A stupid government means a stupid people.”

• “The day will come when she will declare independence.”

Rizal associated Spain’s refusal to reform with:

• Greater loyalty from Filipinos

• The eventual downfall of Spanish rule

• Endless peace in the colony

• Improved economy for Filipinos

Which foreign power actually colonized the Philippines after Spain’s defeat in 1898, proving Rizal’s prediction correct?

• Britain

• Germany

• United States

• Japan