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Module 3 Rizal
Module 3 Rizal
II. Topics:
IV. Introduction:
So short a life but so fully lived. This is how we see the life of Rizal. He just died at
young age but his works beats the life of a 100 year old man. Conditions and developments
that were to make the Philippines of Rizal’s time were formidable challenges to the making
of a leader. The response was no less formidable, the making of a determined national hero.
In this chapter, the learners are able to engage into the life and works of Rizal
especially his academic exemplar. Learners also are able to appreciate his dedication to
study and necessity of education as part of social progress.
V. Objectives:
1. Have an in-depth comprehension on the life, works, and other literary writings of the
hero; and
2. Gain positive insights on how the family background, and the people closed to him
made a contributions to his success in his mission.
My mother is not a woman of ordinary culture. She knows literature and speaks
Spanish better than I, she even corrected my poems and gave me wise advice when
I was studying rhetoric. She is a mathematician and has read many books. Without
her what would have become of my education and what would have been my fate?
Oh, yes! After God the mother is everything to man.
Activity 1
1. How did the family background of the hero influence to mold the young mind of Jose
Rizal?
He did not neglect his religious activities in spite of his academic work. He became a
member of the exclusive Marian Congregation, of which he became Secretary of the
Apostleship of Prayer, in which he was made Promoter.
In 1868, at the age of seven, Jose Rizal wrote a comedy, which highlighted his
literary talent, for the local fiesta. The municipal captain rewarded him with two pesos At the
age of eight in 1869, he wrote the poem “Sa AkingMgaKabata”
On March 23, 1877- Rizal received the degree of Bachiller en Arts (a high school
certificate) with grades rated (sobresaliente) “excellent”, with five prizes and several awards.
His attachment to the Ateneo was as strong that even as a medical student in the University
of Sto. Tomas, 1877-1882, he maintained his relations with said institution.
Latin Excellent
Spanish Excellent
Greek Excellent (honorable Mention)
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1875-76 (Fourth year)
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Passed the oral examination on March 14, and graduated on March 23,
1877. Diploma received: Bachelor of Arts (Excellent)
Subjects Ratings
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1883-84
Spanish History No. 2 Excellent
Greek and Latin Literature Excellent w/ prize
Greek No. 1 Excellent w/ prize
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1884-85
Spanish Literature Excellent w/ free scholarship Arabic Language
Excellent w/ free scholarship
Greek No. 2 Excellent
Hebrew Excellent
Critical History of Spain Good
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In addition to his academic work in the university he took up subjects in fine arts and
sculpture in the Academia de San Fernando, and engaged in literary activities. His
excellence in this field caught the attention of men of letters, journalists and prominent
politicians of Spain. He was to use every means, every forum, as a vehicle to lead them, to
see the fact that the Philippines “lethargic during the historic night while the sun illumines
other continents, again awakens, moved by the electric impact that contact with Western
people produces the demand light, the life of civilization.
Three of the best literary works Rizal wrote as a university student were the following:
A La Juventud Filipina; El Consejo de los Dioses; A Filipinas, and Junto Al Pasig.
LAJuventudFilipina- This poem was Rizal’s entry in the 1879 literary contest
conducted by the Liceo Artistico Literario de Manila. Below is the English translation of this
poem, which Rizal wrote when he was 18 years old (Craig, 1933).
A Filipina
This sonnet was written by Rizal in 1880 not only to praise
the Philippines for its beauty but to encourage Filipino
artists to glorify the country through their art works (Romero
et al,1978).
To The Philippines
A simple analysis in one of the literary works of the hero about the Philippines
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VIII. Self-Evaluation: Provide in the following table below the reason of Rizal’s
misfortune experiences in school
Rizal was unhappy in UST Rizal perform poorly in his medical studies at UST
Three of the best literary works Rizal wrote as a university student were the following: A La
Juventud Filipina; El Consejo de los Dioses; A Filipinas, and Junto Al Pasig.
X. Post-Test: With the knowledge you have in this chapter, answer the following
questions.
1. What is the relevance of the Life and works of Rizalin relation to your pursuit of studyas a
student?
2. In what way the family of Rizal and his friends made contributions to his success.
Rubric
Poor:0-2pts: Essay does not have introduction, body, and conclusion. There is no thesis
statement, body statements are not clear.
Fair 3-4pts: Essay has an introduction, and a conclusion. Includes body paragraphs. The
thesis statement is stated, but not clear.
Good 5 pts: Essay has a clear introduction, conclusion and at least three body parts. The
introduction has thesis statement. Paragraph have topic sentences. The conclusion.
XI. References:
Zaide, Gregorio et. al (2002). Philippine History & Gov’t5th ed. Quezon City: All Nations
Publishing Co., Inc.
Abeleda, A.S Jr (2003). Philippine History. Manila: Saint Bernadette Pub. Inc.,