RZL 110/10

GROUP THOUGHT PAPER 2

INSTRUCTIONS

Write a paper based on the instructions below. The paper must not exceed 1,500 words.
1. Read through the annotations that Rizal made on Morga’s Chapter 8 from the start of the
chapter until page 295 in the English version.
2. Classify Rizal’s annotations and cite some examples; remember to cite the page number where
the annotation appears.
3. Explain the rationale for your classification scheme.
4. Based on his annotations, explain Rizal’s views of the preconquest past. Discuss the overall
image of the past that Rizal wanted to convey in his notes.
5. Assess Rizal’s views of the preconquest past in light of the current state of historical studies.
Explain whether or not his views were valid.
6. Conclude with your overall assessment of Rizal’s annotations.

Criteria for grading rubrics:

Classification of Rizal’s notes: 30%
Explanation and overall assessment of Rizal’s view
Of the preconquest past 30%
Strength of the overall argument or thesis 30%
Quality of Writing 10%