1. What is the Rizal Law?

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a) A law that mandates the teaching of the life and works of Jose Rizal in schools.

b) A law that grants financial support to Rizal's descendants.

c) A law that establishes Rizal as the national hero of the Philippines

2. When was the Rizal Law enacted?

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a) 1896
b) 1901
c) 1935
d) 1956

3. Who authored the Rizal Law?

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a) Jose Rizal
b) Emilio Aguinaldo
c) Claro M. Recto

d) Ferdinand Marcos

4. What is the penalty for non-compliance with the Rizal Law?

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a) Fine and imprisonment
b) Suspension of the school's operations
c) Revocation of the school's license

d) Community service

5. What is the significance of the Rizal Law?

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a) It promotes national unity and identity.
b) It highlights the importance of intellectual property rights.
c) It provides financial support to Rizal's descendants.
d) It establishes Rizal as the sole national hero.

6. Who colonized the Philippines during the 19th century?

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a) Spain

b) United States
c) Japan
d) China

7. What was the social hierarchy like in 19th century Philippine

society?
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a) Rigid caste system

b) Egalitarian society
c) Matriarchal society
d) Classless society

8. What was the dominant religion in 19th century Philippines?

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a) Islam
b) Buddhism
c) Hinduism
d) Roman Catholicism

9. What was the economic system in 19th century Philippines?

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a) Feudalism
b) Capitalism
c) Socialism

d) Barter system

Correct answer
a) Feudalism
10. What was the role of the ilustrados in 19th century Philippines?
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a) Political leaders advocating for independence

b) Indigenous tribal leaders

c) Spanish colonial administrators
d) Catholic priests and missionaries

11. In what year was Jose Rizal exiled to Dapitan?

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a) 1882
b) 1892

c) 1896
d) 1898

12. What profession did Rizal pursue during his exile in Dapitan?
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a) Teacher

b) Doctor
c) Farmer
d) Writer

13. What was the cause of Jose Rizal's execution?

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a) Involvement in a rebellion against Spanish authorities

b) Publication of subversive writings

c) Advocacy for Philippine independence
d) Accusations of treason

14. When was Jose Rizal executed?

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a) December 30, 1896

b) December 30, 1898

c) December 30, 1892
d) December 30, 1894

15. What was Jose Rizal's famous last poem written before his
execution?
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a) Mi Ultimo Adios (My Last Farewell)

b) Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not)

c) El Filibusterismo (The Reign of Greed)
d) Sa Aking Mga Kababata (To My Fellow Children)

16. Who wrote the Annotation of Antonio Morga's "Sucesos de las

Islas Filipinas"?
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a) Jose Rizal

b) Antonio Morga
c) Emilio Aguinaldo
d) Ferdinand Magellan

17. What is the main purpose of Rizal's Annotation of Morga's work?

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a) To glorify Spanish colonization in the Philippines
b) To provide an accurate historical account of the Philippines

c) To criticize Morga's writing style

d) To promote Filipino nationalism and independence

18. When was the Annotation of Morga's "Sucesos de las Islas

Filipinas" published?
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a) 1521
b) 1609
c) 1896

d) 1898
19. What language was Rizal's Annotation originally written in?
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a) Spanish

b) English
c) Tagalog
d) Latin

20. How did Rizal's Annotation contribute to the Philippine nationalist

movement?
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a) It exposed the abuses of the Spanish colonial government

b) It emphasized the achievements of Filipino revolutionaries

c) It highlighted the cultural heritage of the Philippines
d) It called for peaceful negotiations with the Spanish authorities

21. When was the novel "Noli Me Tangere" published?

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a) 1886
b) 1896
c) 1887

d) 1891

22. Who is the main protagonist of "Noli Me Tangere"?

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a) Crisostomo Ibarra

b) Elias
c) Padre Damaso
d) Maria Clara

23. What is the meaning of the title "Noli Me Tangere"?

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a) Touch Me Not

b) The Reign of Greed

c) My Last Farewell
d) To My Fellow Children

24. Where is the setting of "Noli Me Tangere" primarily located?

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a) Manila, Philippines

b) Barcelona, Spain
c) London, England
d) Paris, France

25. What is the central theme of "Noli Me Tangere"?

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a) Social injustice and corruption

b) Love and romance

c) Exploration of Filipino folklore
d) Religious devotion and spirituality

26. When was the novel "El Filibusterismo" published?

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a) 1887
b) 1896
c) 1891

d) 1898

27. Who is the main protagonist of "El Filibusterismo"?

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a) Crisostomo Ibarra
b) Elias
c) Simoun

d) Maria Clara

28. What does the term "filibusterismo" refer to in the context of the
novel?
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a) Rebellion against Spanish colonial rule

b) Peaceful negotiations with the Spanish authorities

c) Cultural preservation and heritage
d) Economic prosperity and development

29. Where is the setting of "El Filibusterismo" primarily located?

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a) Manila, Philippines

b) Barcelona, Spain
c) London, England
d) Paris, France

30. What is the central theme of "El Filibusterismo"?

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a) Social injustice and corruption

b) Love and romance

c) Exploration of Filipino folklore
d) Religious devotion and spirituality

31. According to Rizal, what is the key to progress and development in

the Philippines?
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a) Embracing foreign domination
b) Maintaining the status quo
c) Promoting education and industry

d) Emphasizing traditional values

32. What does Rizal envision for the future of the Philippines?
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a) Continued colonization by foreign powers
b) Independence and self-governance

c) Integration into a larger Southeast Asian federation

d) A return to pre-colonial indigenous systems
33. According to Rizal, what is the role of the youth in shaping the
future of the Philippines?
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a) Passive observers
b) Revolutionaries

c) Followers of foreign ideologies

d) Preservers of tradition

34. What is Rizal's view on the influence of religion in the Philippines?

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a) It should be eradicated entirely.
b) It is a hindrance to progress.
c) It should be preserved and strengthened.

d) It should be replaced with foreign religions.

35. What does Rizal identify as the biggest obstacle to progress in the
Philippines?
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a) Lack of natural resources
b) Foreign intervention
c) Political corruption

d) Cultural inferiority

36. Who is considered the national hero of the Philippines?

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a) Andres Bonifacio
b) Emilio Aguinaldo
c) Jose Rizal

d) Manuel L. Quezon

37. What is the concept of "bayani" in Philippine culture?

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a) A type of traditional dance
b) A term for a Filipino hero

c) A form of local cuisine

d) A religious festival

38. What does "kabayanihan" mean in the context of Philippine

culture?
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a) The act of helping others in times of need

b) A form of traditional music

c) A type of indigenous artwork
d) A religious belief system

39. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Rizal's

nationalism?
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a) Peaceful resistance against colonial oppression
b) Promotion of education and intellectual growth
c) Emphasis on cultural superiority over other nations

d) Advocacy for social and political reforms

40. How did Rizal contribute to Philippine nationalism?

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a) By leading armed uprisings against the Spanish
b) By writing influential novels and essays

c) By establishing a new form of government

d) By creating a national flag and anthem

41. Who is considered the national hero of the Philippines?

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a) Andres Bonifacio
b) Emilio Aguinaldo
c) Jose Rizal

d) Manuel L. Quezon
42. What is the national flower of the Philippines?
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a) Sampaguita

b) Orchid
c) Sunflower
d) Rose

43. What is the national bird of the Philippines?

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a) Philippine eagle

b) Kingfisher
c) Parrot
d) Dove

44. What is the national motto of the Philippines?

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a) "Unity in Diversity"
b) "Strength in Unity"

c) "Service to the People"

d) "God, Country, and People"

45. What is the national flag of the Philippines called?

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a) Sun and Stars
b) Three Stars and a Sun

c) Philippine Pride
d) Golden Sun

46. Which of the following is NOT a common criterion for determining

a national hero?
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a) Significant contribution to the country's history and development
b) Sacrifice for the welfare of the nation
c) Popularity and public acclaim during their lifetime

d) Exemplary character and values

47. Why is significant contribution to the country's history and

development an important criterion for a national hero?
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a) It ensures that the hero's impact on the nation is recognized and appreciated.

b) It guarantees that the hero is remembered and celebrated by future generations.

c) It demonstrates the hero's commitment to the welfare and progress of the nation.
d) It establishes the hero's credibility and authority in national affairs.

48. Why is sacrifice for the welfare of the nation an important criterion
for a national hero?
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a) It demonstrates the hero's selflessness and dedication to the nation.
b) It guarantees that the hero will be remembered and celebrated.
c) It establishes the hero's authority and credibility in national affairs.
d) It ensures that the hero's impact on the nation is recognized and appreciated.

Correct answer
a) It demonstrates the hero's selflessness and dedication to the nation.

49. Why is exemplary character and values an important criterion for a

national hero?
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a) It guarantees that the hero will be remembered and celebrated.
b) It establishes the hero's authority and credibility in national affairs.
c) It ensures that the hero's impact on the nation is recognized and appreciated.
d) It serves as a role model for future generations and promotes national values.

50. Why is public acclaim and recognition, though not the sole
criterion, sometimes considered when determining a national hero?
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a) It guarantees that the hero will be remembered and celebrated.
b) It establishes the hero's authority and credibility in national affairs.
c) It ensures that the hero's impact on the nation is recognized and appreciated.

d) It reflects the hero's popularity and influence during their lifetime.

Correct answer
d) It reflects the hero's popularity and influence during their lifetime.