PLANDANO, Betsy Rose B. Nov.

9, 2020

BSED – English 2A

Pre-Test: Answer the following questions below. .

1. Why did Rizal leave his family and friends for the second time?

Rizal had to leave the Philippines because he had already been a marked man
for the friars. With a heavy heart, he left the country for his own good and the
safety of his family, and friends. On February 3, 1888, he left the Philippines for
the second time to give peace to his family and friends to continue the second
phase of his leadership and work for his country.

2. What impressions did Rizal have of Japan?

As a keen observer, he was impressed with the city of Tokyo and its people.
Some of Rizal’s favorable impression of Japan based on Lanuza and Zaide’s
account was the following:
The scenic beauty of the country;
The cleanliness, politeness, and industry of the people;
The picturesque dress and simple charm of the Japanese women;
The existence of few thieves in Japan; and
The beggars rarely had seen the streets of the city.

Nonetheless, Rizal was disgusted seeing Japanese men pulling the kuruma or
rickshaw like horse (Guerrero, 1998). The kuruma was popular mode of
transportation on Japan during that time.
PLANDANO, Betsy Rose B. Sept. 13, 2020

BSED – English 2A

Activity 1.

Could Rizal become a hero if he changed his nationality? Why or Why not?

Yes, Rizal could still become a hero if he changed his nationality. For the reason
that doing it can save his family from danger. He could still be credited for his
brave decision.