SET A

Colegio de Dagupan
Arellano Street, Dagupan City
Academic Yr. 2019-2020
2nd Semester

RIZAL’S LIFE AND WRITINGS

(Final Exam)

INSTRUCTIONS:
**Turn off your cell phones. Use of CP is not allowed during exam. Name: JOHN CARLO B. AQUINO
**Write ALL YOUR ANSWERS legibly on your TEST BOOKLET. Course, Year & Block: 22-BSA-01
**Use blue or black pen only. Strictly NO ERASURES. Subj. Code & Description: RIZAL’S LIFE
AND WRITINGS
**READ and FOLLOW the DIRECTIONS carefully
Date: JUNE 07,2020

BRIEFLY ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS

1. IT IS SAID THAT THE NOLI WAS BASED ON TRUTH, THAT IS, IT WAS

BASED ON A TRUE STORY OF PHILIPPINE CONDITION DURING THE LAST

DECADES OF SPANISH RULE. PROVE IT. (10 pts)

It is said that "Noli Me Tangere" was based on truth because it was a true story of
Philippine conditions during the last decades of Spanish rule. Places, characters and situations
really exist. The Characters were drawn by Rizal from person who actually existed during this
time.
-Maria Clara was Leonor Rivera, in real life she became unfaithful, unlike the heroine of
the novel and married an Englishman.
-Ibarra and Elias represented Rizal himself.
-Padre Salvi was identified by Rizalist as Padre Antonio Piernavieja, the hated
Augustinian friar in Cavite who was killed by the revolution
-Capitan Tiago was Capitan Hilario Sunico of San Nicholas
-Doña Victorina was Doña Agustina Medel.
The two brothers Basilio and Crispin were the Crisostomo brothers of Hagonoy.
-Padre Damaso was typical of a domineering friar during the days of Rizal who was
arrogant, immoral, and Anti-Filipino.
 He made the novel to expose all the doings of the Spaniards in order to reawaken our
senses. Rizal dedicated this novel to his fatherland and he sacrificed his personal needs in order
for him to make a difference for our country.

2. COMPARE NOLI AND FILI IN THREE WAYS. (10 pts)

1. El Filibusterismo's theme seems to focus on how to reach a social reform and

revolution while the theme of Noli Me Tangere seems to expose the
exploitations commited by the Spanish friars and government officials.
2. In the dedication in El Filibusterismo, Rizal dedicated to books to the memory
of the Gomburza from Cavite. They were executed by the Spanish. They were
blamed for instigating a small mutiny and were executed. In the dedication of
Noli Me Tangere, Jose Rizal dedicated the novel to the Philippines itself. He
states how the fatherland is plagued by a social cancer. This shows how the
novel is more focused on the Filipinos and the Philippines.
3. Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo have similarities in terms of aim and
purpose. Both aim to enlighten the Filipinos on what is happening in the
country. They want the people to fight for their country and have the total
freedom.

2. GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO ACT AS CHAIRMAN OF THE RIZAL

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION COMMITTEE IN YOUR TOWN/CITY . WHAT

ONE-WEEK ACTIVITIES WOULD YOUR COMMITTEE UNDERTAKE TO

COMMEMORATE THE DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF RIZAL? LIST DOWN

THESE ACTIVITIES. (10 pts)

Given the Opportunity to commemorate the Death Anniversary of Jose Rizal, as

Chairman of my town, I will try my best to celebrate it with some activities that is not usual yet
the most aspiring event of the year.

DAY 1:
Visiting Rizal’s final resting place in Luneta Park, Manila (Bagumbayan). A trip there
could be part of a day spent with other people who loves Rizal and include a picnic with their
favorite food and drink.
DAY 2:

Releasing of butterflies and balloons in the morning and lighting of candles and
fireworks in the evening. For many people, butterflies are a beautiful symbol of hope and
renewal. It’s traditional to light a candle in memory of someone, whether in a place of worship,
or at home as you quietly contemplate.

DAY 3:

Writing a letter, poem or blog contest. Because we all know that Rizal likes to write
poems, novels and etc. By this time, there will be a reward for the winners and participating
individuals.

DAY 4:

Play Rizal’s favorite song, Music is incredibly evocative and certain tunes can make us
catch our breath or transport our memories back to special moments in time. There will be a
contest of song making about the national hero.

DAY 5:

On our day 5, there will be a musical play about Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo. Each of the audience will enjoy it because two novels of Rizal will be act by
some famous actors.

DAY 6:

Holding a special remembrance ceremony for Jose Rizal. There are some Guests
speakers to join the event that people will listen to them and learn about Jose Rizal’s life and
works.

Day 7:

On our last day of commemoration which will be held during the Rizal’s day. There
will be raising of national flags to honor and remember him. Giving him flowers to sentiment
him and also to pray for him all day to guide our country which is the Philippines.
4. IN YOUR OWN VOLUNTARY EFFORT AND INITIATIVE, YOU ARE GOING TO

ORGANIZE A NEW ASSOCIATION CALLED STUDENT-RIZALISTS SOCIETY OF

COLEGIO DE DAGUPAN. FOR THE ASSOCIATION TO BE EFFECTIVE, IT MUST HAVE

ITS OBJECTIVES, CRITERIA FOR MEMBERSHIP, OFFICERS OF THE ASSOCIATION,

PROPOSED ACTIVITIES, ADVISERS, AMONG OTHERS. WRITE THEM IN YOUR TEST

BOOKLET: (10 pts)

A. OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSOCIATION

 To learn more about the life and works of Rizal.

 To impart the knowledge you have to inspire and to aspire.
 To let every student know the importance of Rizal in our nation.
 To improve ourselves and become a hero in our own ways.
 To share the good things done by our National hero.

B. CRITIRIA FOR MEMBERSHIP

 Must be a student of Colegio de Dagupan.

 Must be responsible and willing to lead and influence.
 Must have a Patriotism and an open mind.
 Must possess the PVMO of the school.
 Must be Trustworthy and Honest all the time and;
 Must be proud to be a Filipino.

C. OFFICERS TO BE ELECTED

 1 President
 1 Vice President
 1 Secretary
 1 Treasurer
 1 P.I.O
 3 Advisers and;
 5 Representatives

D. PROPOSED ACTIVITIES FOR ONE YEAR

 Annual Student-Rizalists Society Day

 National Heroes’ Day Special
 Conduct a Seminar regarding the Life and Works of Rizal
 “Kabataan ang Pag-Asa” Day
  Various writing contest
 Fun Run

E. ADVISERS

 Mr. Frank Calpo

 Mr. Dominic Untalasco and;
 Mr. Lennon John Tapiador

F. OTHERS (PLS SPECIFY)

 The purpose of this Organization is to have fun while learning and imparting the
knowledge of life and works of Rizal.
 To apply the PVMO of Colegio de Dagupan.

5 . RIZAL SAID. “ THE YOUTH IS THE HOPE OF THE FATHERLAND”. WHAT DO YOU

MEAN BY THIS STATEMENT? (10 pts)

Rizal said, “The youth is the hope of the fatherland.” Our hero also emphasizes that
“the country is waiting for us to make a change” and the youth will start it for they are gifted
with the necessary knowledge, strength and voice in the country. We must unfold our true
feeling and express directly to all men. We have the knowledge in Science and Arts, use it in
good manner to achieve our goals in the country.
We, the youth, must move now and use our overall knowledge and abilities we have to
prove that we are important in the country’s situation today. Today is the day of the youth to
move and change the country. The youth which will be highly recognized in the country for
they use their abilities and knowledge in Science and Arts for directing the lives of every
Filipino man regardless of the race, status, and personality. This is the day of the Philippine
change, change that will make the country lift up to the peak of success.
 PREPARED BY:

SIR FRANCO

NOTE:

Good day students!

You are given enough time to answer your final exam due on June 7, 2020. Follow the
instructions below:
For those who desktops/laptops/ipad/tablets:
1. Edit this word document and type your answers.
2. Save and send to Mr. Calpo’s email frankcalpo0310@yahoo.com on or before the deadline of
submission.
For those who does not have desktop/laptops/ipad/tablets:
1. Write your answers on a CLEAN PAPER (coupon bond/pad paper). Copy the question and
write your answers LEGIBLY.
2. Take a picture of it, and send to your instructor’s email address.

Thank you and God bless! Stay safe 