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R-Life and Works of Rizal

Total questions: 95

Worksheet time: 48mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Who disagreed with Andres Bonifacio's revolutionary plan, believing it would be a premature and suicidal undertaking?

a)

Emilio Jacinto

b)

Emilio Aguinaldo

c)

Apolinario Mabini

d)

Jose Rizal

2.

Who was describe as "Rizalian Soul" because he used Rizal as his literary and moral model?

a)

Emilio Jacinto

b)

Emilio Aguinaldo

c)

Apolinario Mabini

d)

Andres Bonifacio

3.

After Rizal was deported to Dapitan, Bonifacio revived the La Liga Filipina. However, the organization eventually split into two factions: the Cuerpo de los Compromisarios and Katipunan also known as-

a)

Circulo-Hispano Filipino

b)

Propaganda Movement

c)

KKK

d)

La Liga Filipina

4.

Which of the following statement about Apolinario Mabini is not true?

a)

He joined La Liga Filipina after Rizal's deportation.

b)

He favored the Philippines becoming a regular province of Spain.

c)

He was exiled to Guam during the American occupation.

d)

He favored peaceful way of seeking reforms from Spain.

5.

After the death of Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Aguinaldo assumed leadership of the revolutionary forces against Spain. Whom did he appoint as the overall leader of military operations for the revolution?

a)

Antonio Luna

b)

Pedro Paterno

c)

Cayetano Arellano

d)

Felipe Buencamino

6.

Who said these lines: "Our means are scarce; but we will continue in this unjust struggle, bloody, and unequal, not from love of war, because we hate it but it defend our undeniable rights to liberty and independence..." ?

a)

Andres Bonifacio

b)

Emilio Aguinaldo

c)

Apolinario Mabini

d)

Jose Rizal

7.

In defending the Noli-Fili Bill, who said: "You will no longer find the word 'compulsory' or 'compulsion' in the substitute bill that I have filled. But there is one thing which there could be no compromise so far as I am concerned. I can go no farther, this is I say: If Rizal was a hero, and on that there could be no debate, if Rizal is a national hero, these books that e has written, whenever read, must be read in the unexpurgated, original form"?

a)

Claro M. Recto

b)

Jacobo J. Gonzales

c)

Jose P. Laurel

d)

Mario Bengson

8.

Who was marked as the Father of the 1935 Constitution with the help of seven wise men?

a)

Mariano Ponce

b)

Marcelo H. del Pilar

c)

Claro M. Recto

d)

Jose Basa

9.

While Rizal was in Hong Kong, he conceived of forming a civic organization to effectively pursue new approached to achieve reforms. Who helped him draft the constitution of this society?

a)

Wenceslao Retana

b)

Jose Basa

c)

Ambrosio Salvador

d)

Deodato Arellano

10.

Organized groups or movements seeking social reforms during the Spanish period were often short-lived due to several factors, foremost of which was the -

a)

Arrest and execution of Rizal

b)

Perennial Inadequacy of Finances

c)

Personal and health problems

d)

Differences and conflicts of opinions

11.

Which of the following is not true about the Propaganda Movement?

a)

It achieved only few goals.

b)

It influence a profound political awakening among Filipinos.

c)

It was open to al peace-loving Filipinos.

d)

None of the above.

12.

Which event is considered the climax of the Filipino people's struggle for nationhood?

a)

Execution of the three priests

b)

Martyrdom of Rizal

c)

Philippine Revolution

d)

Propaganda Movement

13.

Who is known as the "Soul of the Philippine Revolution"?

a)

Andres Bonifacio

b)

Antonio Luna

c)

Emilio Aguinaldo

d)

Jose Rizal

14.

Who propose making Rizal's novels compulsory in all universities and colleges?

a)

Mariano J. Cuenco

b)

Claro M. Recto

c)

Horacio de la Costa

d)

Jose P. Laurel

15.

Rizal wrote "Noli Me Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo" for two objectives: to awaken and develop the national consciousness of the people and ___

a)

Avenge the three Filipino priests

b)

Avenge the Filipinos against the cruel Spaniards

c)

Antidote to vices and crimes

d)

Timidity to basic rights

16.

Austin Coates, a literary critic, identified four objectives in Rizal's "My Last Farewell". Which is not one of them?

a)

Farewell

b)

Will and testament

c)

Appeal to Filipinos

d)

Undying love for his beloved wife

17.

When Rizal was in Dapitan, Andres Bonifacio instructed Pio Valenzuela to-

a)

get Rizal's opinion in the planned revolution

b)

help him escape

c)

study war and equip practical experience

d)

deliver secret documents about the revolution

18.

Rizal Day was first instituted through a decree signed by -

a)

Emilio Aguinaldo

b)

Elpidio Quirino

c)

Manuel L. Quezon

d)

Jose P. Laurel

19.

One of the four major instruments used by the Spaniards in colonizing the Philippines forced the Filipinos to move to another place for more systematic and proper administration of taxes. This was known as:

a)

Reduccion

b)

Polo y Servico

c)

Tribute

d)

Christianity

20.

The "Urbana at Felisa", a book on proper behavior for women, was written by -

a)

Francisco Baltazar

b)

Jose Rizal

c)

Pedro Paterno

d)

Modesto de Castro

21.

The Americans took control of the Philippines to appear more pro-Filipino than the Spaniard, the American governor-general _________ in 1901 that named Rizal as the Philippine National Hero.

a)

Frank Murphy

b)

Wesley Merit

c)

William McKinley

d)

William Howard Taft

22.

What act was enacted by the Philippine constitution in February 1, 1902 declaring December 30 a public holiday?

a)

Act No. 243

b)

Act No. 345

c)

Act No. 123

d)

Act No. 567

23.

What act was reenacted by the United States Philippine Commission that granted the right to use public land upon Luneta in the City of Manila and a monument was erected to commemorate the memory of Jose Rizal?

a)

Act No. 243

b)

Act No. 345

c)

Act No. 123

d)

Act No. 567

24.

The Rizal monument located at Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines, was built to commemorate Jose Rizal, a Filipino nationalist. The mausoleum consists of a sculpture with an obelisk as his backdrop. A plaque on the pedestal front read: "To the memory of Jose Rizal, patriot and martyr, executed at Bagumbayan Field December 30th, 1896. This monument is dedicated by the _____."

a)

American people

b)

family of Rizal

c)

three Filipino priests

d)

people of the Philippine Island

25.

The perimeter of the Rizal Monument is continuously guarded by soldiers known as __________. About 100 meters (330 feet) west of the monument is the exact location where Rizal was executed, represented by life-size dioramas of his final moments.

a)

Comrades of Rizal

b)

Kabalyero de Rizal

c)

Rizalistas

d)

Katipon of Rizal

26.

The following were reasons why revolts and rebellions failed. Which is not?

a)

Revolts have no plan of actions

b)

No enough experience in modern warfare

c)

Fought as small groups with unity among them

d)

Betrayal of loyalty to their groups

27.

His prolific pen centered on the ignorance, abuses, vices, and immorality of a certain friar named "Botod."

a)

Jose Rizal

b)

Graciano Lopez Jaena

c)

Marcelo H. del Pilar

d)

Mariano Ponce

28.

It served as mouthpiece of the reformist and articulated the grievances of the Filipinos.

a)

Kalayaan

b)

Diaryong Tagalog

c)

La Liga Filipina

d)

La Solidaridad

29.

Which is not true about the Masonry Movement?

a)

Organization whose membership included Filipino and Spanish reformists

b)

Members where disgusted with the interference of the friars in the Philippines.

c)

Membership was limited to male reformists

d)

The Masonry Movement promoted liberal and reformist ideas in the Philippines.

30.

The La Liga Filipina was considered dangerous by the Spaniards because -

a)

The reforms being asked were too high to grant

b)

Rizal founded the organization

c)

The machinery was strong, aiming to unify the whole archipelago

d)

It was managed by a strong leader named Ambrosio Salvador.

31.

A group of conservative intellectuals from middle class that pledged to contribute financial aid to reform movements.

a)

Cuerpo de Compromisarios

b)

La Liga Filipina

c)

Prinicipilita

d)

Propaganda Movement

32.

Rizal volunteered for an army duty in Cuba to -

a)

further his profession

b)

give escape to his family

c)

study war and equip practical experiences

d)

show the Spaniards his noble intention

33.

Who is known as the Brains of Katipunan?

a)

Andres Bonifacio

b)

Apolinario Mabini

c)

Emilio Aguinaldo

d)

Emilio Jacinto

34.

A social class during the Spanish period which held the lowest level.

a)

Indio

b)

Insurales

c)

Mestizos

d)

Peninsurales

35.

An organization which was inaugurated on January 12, 1899 in Madrid of which the principal objective is to secure reforms for the Philippines.

a)

Circulo-Hispano Filipino

b)

KKK

c)

La Liga Filipina

d)

Propaganda Movement

36.

To facilitate the work of Circulo-Hispanoo Filipino, it was divided into three parts. Which is not one of them?

a)

Judicial

b)

Literary

c)

Political

d)

Sports

37.

The following were associated events in the Cry of Balintawak. Which is not?

a)

Bonifacio with his men gathered on August 23, 1896.

b)

Katipuneros tore their cedulas as symbol of their defiance against Spanishh imperialism.

c)

Katipuneros shouted, "Long live independence"

d)

Teodoro Plta gave his support to Bonifacio on his plan of Revolution

38.

In his Manifesto on auguest 29, 1896, Andres Bonifacio -

a)

Considered anyone who obstruct the plan of revolution a traitor and enemy

b)

Declared that revolution is needed to end Spanish brutalities

c)

Urged all tows to rise simultaneously and attack Manila at the same time

d)

All of the above

39.

The place in San Juan where the battle cause heavy casualties among the Katipuneros is now called ____.

a)

Biyak-na-Bato

b)

Cry of Pugad Lawin

c)

Pasong Tamo Event

d)

Pinaglabanan

40.

Which of the following provinces was not included under the "state of war" as announced by Governor General Ramon Blanco on August 30, 1896?

a)

Batangas

b)

Cavite

c)

Manila

d)

Pangasinan

41.

Due to heated arguments at the Tejeros Convetion, he asked for a recess to cool off the emotional passion of hotheaded Katipunero Leaders.

a)

Andres Bonifacio

b)

Artemio Ricarte

c)

Jacinto Lumbreras

d)

Teodor Gonzales

42.

A typical domineering friar during Rizal's days who was arrogant, immoral, and anti-Filipino.

a)

Padre Damaso

b)

Padre Salvi

c)

Padre Sybila

d)

Padre Linares

43.

He led the investigation and arrest of Andres Bonifacio

a)

Agapito Bonzon

b)

Daniel Tirona

c)

Gregoria del Pilar

d)

Mariano Noriel

44.

The national flag bear the ___ which represents the gigantic steps made by the sons of the country along the path of progress and civilization.

a)

stars

b)

blue color

c)

sun

d)

white color

45.

The eight rays of the sun signified the eight provinces that declared war against Spain. Which was not?

a)

Bataan

b)

Bulacan

c)

Cavite

d)

Laguna

46.

The predominant value of Rizal when he was exiled in Dapitan.

a)

Love and dignity of labor

b)

Love and concern to the people

c)

Patience and perseverance

d)

Service to the people

47.

The "Por Telefeno" written by Rizal demonstrated his -

a)

Deep concern and love for the people of Calamba

b)

Linguistic skill and sparkling intelligence

c)

Heroism and nationalistic nature

d)

Wit and prophetic insights

48.

Rizal's exile in Dapitan gave him the opportunity to -

a)

put into practice his educational ideas and serve to the people at his best

b)

practice his medical profession

c)

visit all the beautiful spots of the land

d)

show loyalty and obedience to the Spanish authority

49.

Rizal joined the Masonry because -

a)

He hated the Roman Catholic.

b)

He learned to like and love the principles of the organization.

c)

The masons showed love and concern, and comfort him in time of misery.

d)

He needed the help of Masons to fight the friars in the Philippines.

50.

An Augustian Cura of Tondo and attacker of Noli and had been member of the permanent Commission of Censorship.

a)

Fr. Salvador Font

b)

Fr. Antonio Bach

c)

Fr. Jose Rodriguez

d)

Fr. Damaso

51.

The statement, "No threat of danger could have changed his plan." refers to Rizal, meaning that he was-

a)

brave

b)

courageous

c)

self-will

d)

vigilant

52.

When General Rafael de Izquerdo ordered that Father Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora be condemned to death by garrote:

a)

Rizal lost hope and became a disillusioned dreamer.

b)

Rizal became desperate and showed great sympathy to the martyrs.

c)

Rizal committed himself to work for the betterment of his countrymen.

d)

Rizal was dismayed and discouraged from continuing his plans to fight against Spain.

53.

The statement by Rizal, "We die only once and if we do not die well, we lose an opportunity which will never come up again. If one has to die, at least one must die in his country... for his country." this implies:

a)

One must die for a cause.

b)

One must always be prepared to die.

c)

When one dies, all is lost.

d)

When one dies, everything is useless.

54.

Rizal being a normal man, found great delight in women's companionship. He was on the verge of love, himself, out of loyalty to Leonor Rivera, he couldn't reciprocate the girl's affection. Which of these best fits to describe him as a lover?

a)

He was romantic and had amorous relationship.

b)

He demonstrated gentleman manner towards his lovers.

c)

He was humble, thoughtful, and kind.

d)

He was respectful and loyal.

55.

What does this show about Rizal when he said this statement. "Don't you know that people will erect monument and statues in my honor in the future." ?

a)

Dreamer

b)

Enthusiastic

c)

Idealistic

d)

Prophetic

56.

What was the poem of Rizal "Sa Aking mga Kababata" about?

a)

Appeal to the people to love the national language.

b)

Anticipates the Filipino youth that yo have a national language will unite Filipino

c)

Encourages the Filipino youth to communicate using the national language.

d)

Manifest love and concern among themselves.

57.

Republic Act No. 1425 otherwise known as Rizal Law was approved on ____ but took effect on Aug 17, 1956.

a)

June 21, 1956

b)

May 21, 1956

c)
June 12, 1956
d)

August 12 1956

58.

Which of the following is the correct and complete name of Rizal?

a)
José Mercado y Alonzo Rizal
b)
José Rizal Realonda y Mercado
c)
José Alonzo Mercado y Rizal
d)
José Rizal Mercado y Alonzo Realonda
59.

Rizal did not finish his third novel "Makamisa" because:

a)

He lost his concentration and lacked the time to finish it.

b)

He was financially unable to publish the novel.

c)

He was not fluent in Tagalog and found it difficult to write.

d)

He had received response to his letter to serve as military doctor in Cuba.

60.

The "Story of The Moth" , which Dona Teodora related to Jose Rizal, narrated the fate of the young moth, which died a martyr to its illusion and left in a deep impression on Rizal's mind. The moth was fated to die as a martyr for a noble idea. What impression did Rizal assert from this situation?

a)

That one should avoid any form of sacrifice.

b)

That noble ideals are not worth pursuing.

c)

He was willing and ready to de for a cause.

d)

To sacrifice one's life for a noble ideal is worthwhile his country.

61.

When copies of "Noli Me Tangere" were circulating in the islands, both attackers and defenders came out in the open. There was then a battle over "Noli" which took the form of a war of -

a)

arms

b)

hatred

c)

pen

d)

words

62.

Governor Terrero read the "Noli Me Tangere" and found nothing wrong with it. He was a liberal-minded executive, but among the facts about the novel which Rizal had explained to the governor-general, there was one which pleases him most. What was it?

a)

The "Noli Me Tangere" did not attack the church but the abusive friars.

b)

The "Noli Me Tangere" is a book of knowledge necessary for Filipinos to read.

c)

The "Noli Me Tangere" is novel criticizing both Spaniards and Filipinos during the Spanish regime.

d)

The "Noli Me Tangere" merely exposed the truth but did not advocate subversive ideas.

63.

"To cover the ears, open the eyes, and fold the arms" this was the Spanish colonial policy. What does this imply according to Rizal?

a)

Filipinos should work hand in hand with the colonizers to progress and freedom for the Filipinos.

b)

Spaniards ignored the demand of the Filipinos, denied their rights, enslaved them for their own glory and victory.

c)

Spaniards wanted the Filipinos to be patient and loyal to the Spanish government and wait for a more convenient time when they will be ready to grant all what is due to them.

d)

Fight for their rights.

64.

Ferdinand Bluementritt is a moralist friend of Rizal who always consoled him in all his predicament. He said to Rizal, "After all the misfortunes that fallen upon you, now your beloved has abandoned you. I know your heart is pained, but you are on heroes who conquer the pain of a wound inflected by a woman because you follow higher ends." What was Bluementritt's advice to Rizal?

a)

Trial should serve a challenge in our life.

b)

One should try and succeed.

c)

Failure are means to an end.

d)

To suffer is to be happy.

65.

Rizal said, "I have already pawned all my jewelries, I live in a small room. I eat in the cheapest restaurant in order to economize and be able to finish my book soon. I will have to stop its publication if no money comes." What is the dominant value of Rizal in this situation?

a)

Frugal

b)

Miserable

c)

Optimistic

d)

Futuristic

66.

"A man ought to die for his duties and his principles. I hold fast to every idea which I have advanced to the condition and future of our country and willingly die for it, and more willingly sacrifice all to secure peace for you." What does this imply about one's native land?

a)

There is justice and peace to die in one's native land.

b)

To die is to rest.

c)

To die un honored and unsung is heavenly.

d)

To die for a cause is heavenly.

67.

Rizal objected Bonifacio's audacious project to plunge the country into a bloody revolution. He sincerely believed that it was premature for two reasons. What are these reasons?

a)

The Spaniards had stronger forces than Filipinos, and more they are Indios.

b)

The Filipinos are not fully united and are not ready for a revolution.

c)

The Filipinos are financially handicapped to raise revolution.

d)

Arms and funds must be first collected before raising the cry of revolution.

68.

Rizal chose to remain within the clutches of Spain rather than escape. He graciously turned down the offer to be rescued. "Please leave me alone," he replied. "I know what I am doing." What does Rizal's attitude describes?

a)

An independent character

b)

A strong will and determination

c)

A firm decision

d)

Brave and courageous

69.

Which of the following is not an accusation to Jose Rizal?

a)

Treason

b)

Sedition

c)

Rebellion

d)

Insubordination

70.

Who is the Japanese ancestor of Rizal?

a)

Eugenio Ursua

b)
Mizal Yamamoto
c)

Domingo Lanco

d)

Lakandula

71.

Who is the uncle of Rizal who looked up after his fine arts training?

a)

Jose Manuel

b)

Gregorio Andres

c)

Emilio Gabino

d)
Jose Alberto
72.

Executed priest who was a native of Cavite and had aroused suspicions from the Spaniard authorities but die to his age, he was at first reconsidered.

a)

Mariano Gomez

b)
Jose Burgos
c)

Jacinto Zamora

d)

Jose Francisco

73.

Who among the executed priests said this line, "But what crimes have I committed?"

a)

Mariano Gomez

b)

Jose Burgos

c)

Jacinto Zamora

d)

Francisco Jose

74.

Which of the following statements is not true about "Noli Me Tangere"?

a)

It is a work of the heart.

b)

Chapters are dependent on one another.

c)

The message is about freedom, which can be obtained through peaceful means.

d)

Dialogues are very long and used as vehicle to expose the sufferings of the Filipinos

75.

It is the highest position/office given to the Filipinos during the Spanish time.

a)
gobernadorcillo
b)
teniente
c)
alcalde
d)
capitan
76.

Rizal's annotations to Antonio de Morga's ""Sucesos de la Islas Filipinas", that before 1571 Filipinos have the following identities except one:

a)

Industrious

b)

Feared by neighboring countries

c)

None of the above

d)

Productive

77.

Rizal killed Simoun in El Filibusterismo because...

a)

Simoun turned out to be a poor man despite being a jeweler.

b)

Elias failed to help Simoun, and he couldn't do otherwise.

c)

Rizal opposed violent changed with selfish motives.

d)

Rizal decided that it was impossible to achieve peace means through peaceful means.

78.

Rizal was fired by ________.

a)

Filipinos

b)

Spanish officials

c)

Spaniards

d)

None of the above

79.

When the command to fire or fuego was given, Rizal shouted ______. A soldier then gave him the tiro de gracia, one last merciful shot in the head at close range.

a)
Viva la Revolución
b)
Consummatum est
c)

Adios patria adorada

d)

Preparen

80.

After the execution of Rizal, the Spaniards in the audience shouted ______.

a)

Viva la Revolución! Muerte al traidor

b)

Viva el Rey de España! Muerte al traidor

c)

Viva la Libertad! Muerte al traidor

d)

Viva España! Muerte al traidor.

81.

"Nothing will remain of me. I die without seeing the sun rise in my country." Rizal means -

a)

He will not see another new morning.

b)

He will not see the fruit of his martyrdom.

c)

He will be buried and can no longer continue his visions.

d)

He regretted leaving no legacy behind.

82.

"And do not forget those who fell during the night." Rizal was referring to

a)

Martyrs

b)

Dreamers

c)

Morning to come

d)

Candle that was lighted

83.

What was the initial which was place on the placard of Jose Rizal's grave after he was executed?

a)

JPR

b)

PJR

c)

RPJ

d)

RJP

84.

Who was the man that promised Rizal to help him in his magnificent project of building a college in Hong Kong?

a)

Henry Kipping

b)

Henry Cunanan

c)

Felipe Castillo

d)
Apolinario Mabini
85.

Who was the priest in Dapitan that refused to officiate the wedding of Jose Rizal and Josephine Bracken?

a)

Salvador Font

b)

Antonio Obach

c)

Jose Rodriguez

d)

Damaso

86.

The monument of Rizal was made of ______.

a)

Gold

b)

Nickel

c)

Bronze

d)

Copper

87.

After Rizal was executed, his body was buried in _____.

a)

Luneta Park

b)

Paco Cemetery

c)

Dapitan

d)

Calamba

88.

A few days after Americans took Manila in August 1899, one of Rizal's sisters asked permission from the authorities to dig up him remains and have them properly buried. Who was among the sisters did this act?

a)

Saturnina

b)

Narcissa

c)

Olympia

d)

Lucia

89.

According to Guillermo Tolentino, who made the statue of Rizal, his height is about ____.

a)

4 feet and 9 inches

b)

5 feet and 2 inches

c)

5 feet and 3 inches

d)

4 feet and 11 inches

90.

The sum 300,000 was appropriated from the _____ to carry out the purpose of RA 1425.

a)

National Bank

b)

National Education

c)

National Treasury

d)

National Historical Institute

91.

When was the term nationalism was popularized?

a)

18th century

b)

19th century

c)

20th century

d)

21st century

92.

Originally, the term nationalism was richly defined by the Filipino folks by embracing their cultural root or _____.

a)

Sacral Culture

b)

Mixed Culture

c)

Modern Culture

d)

All of the foregoing

93.

The Propaganda Movement was born in year ___

a)

1879

b)

1880

c)

1884

d)

1886

94.

Under which pen name did Rizal contribute articles to La Solidaridad that discussed the abuses of the friars?

a)

Pepe

b)

Dimasalang

c)

Laong Laan

d)

Taga Ilog

95.

What pen name did Rizal used in writing his literary, nationalistic and reformist ideas in La Solidaridad?

a)

Jomapa

b)

Dimasilaw

c)
Dimasalang
d)
Laong Laan