Saint Joseph College

COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS

Maasin City, Southern Leyte

Module II
GE 9 – Life and Works of Jose
Rizal
1st Semester, AY 2020-2021

Prepared by: Mr. Edward Louis Maceda Albarote

Instructors: Mark Douglas J. Marte

Student name: SHEENA DELOSO Section: BSA 2-B

I.D. No.:80026505
Date Started: MARCH 03, 2021 Date Finish: MARCH 27, 2021
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Content

No.: Description Page no.:

1 Course Description 3

2 Grading System 3

3 Topics 3

4 Lesson 1 4

5 I. Objectives 4

6 II. Introduction 4

7 Engage 4

8 Explore 5

9 Explain 5

10 Questions 5

11 Elaborate 6-8

12 His Fall 8

13 The Propaganda Movement 9

14 Guide Questions 9

15 Evaluate 10

16 Criteria 10
Prayer before Study
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Course Description

A study of the life of DR. Jose Rizal, national hero and martyr, and of his important works,
particularly the “Noli Me Tangere” and the “El Filibusterismo” in their unexpurgated editions.

Grading System

Each student shall be assessed on the following:

Pre-Midterm/Pre-Final Examination 30%

Midterm/Final Examination 30%
Activities/Oral and Class participation 20%
Quizzes and Assignments 20%
TOTAL =100%

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students must be able to:

1. Understand the life, works and writings of Rizal’s particularly his moral and intellectual

legacies to the Filipino youth.

2. Know the relevance of Rizal’s teachings to contemporary situations.

3. Recognize the value, inspiration and insight from the experience of Rizal as a son,

student, patriot, and nationalist.

4. Imbibe the spirit of patriotism and nationalism.

Module 2

Topics:

A. The Rizal Family

B. Rizal’s Formative Years and Education in the Philippines and Abroad.
C. Rizal’s Nationalism
D. Rizal's exhile in Dapitan, Trial and execution of Rizal, Final works

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Lesson 1

I. Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. Be acquainted with the Rizal family

2. Recall significant events that happened to Rizal and his family especially during his
early years.
3. Identify influences of Ateneo and UST to Rizal’s character.
4. Relate Rizal’s experiences during his formative years to the student’s experiences.

II. Introduction

Rizal, under the pen name P. Jacinto, wrote his own memoirs of his experiences as a
student from Biñan to Manila in 1872. This is a valuable document because it is Rizal’s own
recollection and is a primary source regarding his childhood days. Reading though the
document provides insight to Rizal’s sentiments towards love and family, as well as to the
importance of education. Therefore, in this module we will be acquainted with the Family of
Rizal’s and also be familiarize the significant events that happened to Rizal and his family
especially during his early years.

Engage

Identify who or what is referred to in each number. Write the correct answer in the space
provided.

JesuitsSoledadLeonoraRiveraSobresaliente

El Consejo de losDiosesPhilosophy and Letters

1. A congregation of priests which owns Ateneo de Manila. Jesuits

2. Rizal’s youngest sister, who married Pantaleon Quintero of Calamba. Soledad

3. Rizal’s longest relationship which lasted 11 years. Leonora Rivera

4. The grade received by Rizal as an Ateneo graduate. Sobresaliente

5. The title of Rizal’s piece which won a prize in the Liceo Artistico Literio de Manila on 1879.
El Consejo de los Dioses

6. In 1877, Rizal enrolled in University of Santo Tomas in this program. Philosophy and
Letters

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Explore

Put a check (/) if you agree to the following statements and (x) if not.

__x__1. The union of Teodora Formuso and Francisco Mercado was blessed with 11 children.

_ / _2. Rizal’s bust (side view) can be seen in a one-peso coin.

__/__3. Rizal does not drink liquor and smoke cigar, but he is a lottery addict.

_ x _ 4. There was at least 15 women linked with Rizal.

_ / 5. Despite his short stature, Rizal was buff like a body builder with big shoulder, chest,
and arm muscles (based the measurements of his clothing)

Explain

Biographies are literary works that highlight the life of certain individuals. These
works, especially autobiographies and memoirs, are crucial documents or sources in writing
history especially in important events like reforms and revolution. Biographies however, can
also be used as political tools because some facts may be omitted or added in the process of
writing. In this sense, writing a biography or memoir can be both empowering and
incriminating. This activity teaches students to appreciate critical thinking in evaluating facts
found in biographies. This also encourage students to reflect on why some aspects of one
person’s life are omitted while others are highlighted.

Questions:

1. Describe the life of Rizal as a child.

ANSWER:

Every person has his own story about his childhood, as we are born, grew up, and live our lives
in different ways. How we live our lives when we were just a child is mostly driven by the people
that surrounds us, the family, and the place we first saw for the first we open up our eyes to see the
world. In the case of our national hero, Jose Rizal, he has no exception with this, though he had
lived his entire childhood during the most chaotic time in the history. Nevertheless, he was able to
live his childhood to the fullest because of his family. Young Jose had a simple and happy family life
despite being one of the well-known families in Calamba, Laguna. Rizal as a child can be described
or characterized as a kid who is very eager to learn, to the point that even frequenting the church
nearby his home to watch and observe people but not to be religiously inclined. Young Rizal grew
up in a happy home, ruled by good parents, bubbling with joy, and sanctified by God’s blessings.
The scenic beauties and industrious, hospitable, and friendly folks always impressed young Pepe
during his childhood years and profoundly affected his mind and character, which helped him
deepen his intellect even in just a young age. Believe it or not, but Rizal was able to learn his letters
at the age of 3 and knew how to read and write at just the age of 5, even wrote his first ever poem
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entitled, “Sa Aking mga Kababata,” at the age of 7. But young Rizal wasn’t able to do this without
the guidance of his mother, his first teacher. Though he was not physically strong when he was a
kid, even given the most care by his parents because he was a sick child, but Rizal had a strong will
and his brilliance being one of his character as a child. His three uncles from his mother’s side also
had much influence on him during his childhood, from teaching him regular lessons, developing his
physique, and instilling his mind with great wisdoms such as reminding him that it’s not easy to
achieve something until you put effort on it. But at young age, Rizal already experience difficult
situations in life-from having to witness the death of his young sister Concha, seeing the
GOMBURZA execution, which driven his nationalistic side, and the sufferings of his fellowmen from
Spanish government’s cruelty. Rizal had both an ordinary and extraordinary childhood
experiences considering the happenings during his formative years (as a child) until he grew as an
adult.

2. Why we need to identify the significant events that happened to Rizal and his
family?
ANSWER:

It is necessary for us to know the significant events that happened to Rizal and to his entire
family because, same with economic events during his time, these events also helped in molding
Rizal’s character, especially in forming and deepening his nationalistic side during his formative
years. Rizal is very family-oriented and motivated by his parents because of their good influences on
him, which is also why every event that happened to his family affected Rizal’s actions and decisions.
The family, as most are aware, is one of the main sources of influence in a child’s upbringing. More
often than not, the child’s relationship with his family would be a reflection of his future actions.
Rizal’s relationship with his family and both the happy and hard situations they had to go through
would be considered as important influences towards Rizal’s life. For instance, by identifying the
events which are considered his turning points in life such as those which had a profound influence
on his becoming a political activist later on- the unjust arrest of his mother on the charge of
conspiring to poison a relative, despite the lack of evidence against her. The first sorrowful moment
of young Rizal when his young sister died at the age of 3, which made him value one’s life more,
especially when that person is his loved one. Just like Rizal, we can also use our life experiences, the
hardships that we had shared with our families, as our “guiding star” to success and greatness. No
matter how much we suffered before, we can always stand up and fight again, realizing that our
“ungrateful” past or our family’s is not “ungrateful” at all, but an events of lessons that we need to
apply in our present fights- which can also lead to a grateful future.

3. Compare and contrast Ateneo and UST educational system based on Rizal’s
experiences.

ANSWER:

Rizal had different experiences on his life and these experiences were also driven by the
different educational systems he encountered on the two local schools he attended before- the
Ateneo de Manila and UST. These two schools differ from each other in terms on how they handle
students or their educational systems. The Ateneo de Manila (formerly “Escuela Pia- a charity school
for poor boys in Manila), established in 1817, is managed by Jesuits. Their educational system
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instruction. They heard mass early in the morning before beginning of daily class, which Rizal didn’t
find hard to adapt with because he was to these religious practices in his home. As classes start, they
were opened through a prayer and also end it with a prayer. In terms of academics, the Jesuits divide
their student into two groups- the ROMAN EMPIRE and CARTHAGINIAN EMPIRE. Each empire had
its ranks where students fought for positions, with 3 mistakes, opponents position could lose his
position. The rankings are the following: 1st Best: EMPEROR; 2ND Best: TRIBUNE; 3RD Best:
DECURION: 4th Best: CENTURION; and 5 th Best: BEARER. Rizal, himself, belonged to the Carthaginian
Empire, occupying the “BEARER” position during the start of his fort month in the school, but at the
end of the month, he became an “EMPEROR” of his empire. In terms of uniform, Ateneo students had
to wear hemp-fabric trousers and striped cotton coat. Also, Ateneo professors were not that so strict
with the students and even mentored students who they have observed are skillful and have
potentials, just like with Rizal.
In contrast, University of Santo Tomas (UST), who was managed by Dominicans and rival of the
Jesuits in education, implements a “Europeanized Educational System” wherein every student is
expected to be matured and responsible in using their time compared to the “Regulated-Regimented
System” the Jesuits utilize where students’ time is hardly grasped by the administrators. Based on
Rizal’s experiences while being a student in UST, the university’s method of instruction was obsolete
and repressive, especially in teaching natural science. Filipino students were looked down by such
school and were racially discriminated against by the Dominican professors.

Elaborate

 The Rizal’s were descendants of Domingo Lam-co, a Chinese immigrant to Philippines

during late 1600s. in 1700s, there was a growing anti-Chinese hostility of the Spanish
authorities. For this particular reason, Lam-co changed their surname to “Mercado.”
Upon the invitation of Spanish landowners, Lam-co moved his family to Biñan, and
became landowners there. With his wife, Inez delaRoza, he sired Francisco Mercado I,
who later sired Juan Mercado, the father of Francisco Mercado II – Jose Rizal’s father
(Zaide and Zaide, 2014; Acibo and Adanza, 1995).

 Name: Jose Rizal - José Protacio Mercado Rizal Alonzo Y Realonda

Born: June 19, 1861, Calamba.
Died: Dec. 30, 1896, Manila

 Immediate Family
Father - Studied Latin & Philosophy at the College of San Jose (Manila) - described by
Rizal as “model of fathers” - he inherited . . . Profound sense of dignity self-respect,
seriousness and self-possession -a successful farmer -he loved books -an excellent
model for Rizal that molded him up into a man of honor - understood the world of
humanity which furnished him with greater respect for other people, and a greater
respect to the dignity of labor.

 Mother - born in Meisik, Sta. Cruz Manila. - talented and remarkable woman - he
inherited . . . temperament of the poet and dreamer and bravery for sacrifice - his first
teacher - inculcated the value of knowledge and education to the young Rizal - a good
Mathematician and Manager of business of the Rizal family.

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 Early Influences

His mother- encouraged him to express his ideas and sentiments in verse “The Story
of the Moth” about the mother moth warning its offspring of the danger of fluttering to
close to flame. The little moth did not heed the advice, thus it was burned by the flame.
This gave him the moral lesson that if one must succeed, he must take risks and
prepare for the worst consequences. Without courage, there will be no glory.

 Birth and Early Childhood In Calamba, Laguna:

19 June 1861 – birth

22 June 1861 – baptized

1864 - learned the alphabet from his mother 1865 - his sister Conception (8th child)
died at the age of three.

 Birth and Early Childhood

1865 – 1867 - his mother taught him how to read and write – Leon Monroy - taught
Rizal the rudiments of Latin – Uncle Manuel Alberto - taught the latter love for the
nature » Usman – Rizal’s dog – Uncle Gregorio - instilled love for education
 1869 - "Sa AkingMgaKabata."

 Birth and Early Childhood In Biñan, Laguna:

 1870 - His brother Paciano brought Rizal to Biñ an, Laguna – Justinian Aquino Cruz –
taught Rizal Latin and Spanish – Juancho Carrera – taught him the art of painting
17 December 1870 - Rizal returned to Calamba after he finished his studies in Biñ an.

 Birth and Early Childhood Back in Calamba:

1871 - His mother was imprisoned in Sta. Cruz, Laguna for allegedly poisoning the wife
of Jose Alberto • 1872 - Cavite Mutiny on January 20, 1872; his father forbids the
words: – Burgos – filibustero – Cavite

 Formal education
In Binan - he was 9 yrs old - Justiniano Aquino Cruz he studied Latin and Spanish -
Andres Salandanan (a local painter) he developed his initial lessons in painting

 Studies in the Philippines in UST:

got low grades
studied Philosophy and Letters
study medicine (ophthalmology) - did not complete

 Studies in the Philippines in Ateneo:

got excellent grades
studied bachelor of arts in 1877
graduated as one of sobresaliente
first professor was Fr. Jose Bech

 His Travels Rizal's First Trip Abroad May 3, 1882 Rizal left Philippines for the
first time Spain. He boarded the Salvadora using a passport of Jose Mercado,
which was procured for him by his uncle Antonio Rivera, father of Leonor Rivera.
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He was accompanied to the quay where the Salvadora was moored by his uncle
Antonio, Vicente Gella, and Mateo Evangelista.

 15 June 1882 He left Marseilles for Barcelona in an express train. Rizal in

Barcelona, Spain.

 20 August 1882 His article "Amor Patrio" was published in the Diarong Tagalog,
a Manila newspaper edited by Basilio Teodoro. This was the First article he
wrote abroad.

 Rizal in Madrid, Spain

 2 September 1882 Rizal matriculated at the Universidad Central de Madrid. He

took the following subjects: medical clinic, surgical clinic, legal medicine and
obstetrical clinic.

 4 October 1882 Asked to deliver a poem by the members of Circulo Hispano-

Filipino, there together in the effort to save the association from disintegration,
Rizal recited "Me piden versus." The meeting was held at the house of Pablo
Ortiga y Rey.

 Rizal in Paris, France

 June 18, 1883 Rizal Back in Madrid 28 September 1883 He enrolled at the
central Universidad de Madrid for the second course in medicine. Rizal in
Heidelberg, Germany 22 April 1886

 While in Heidelberg experiencing the feeling of nostalgia for his parents and his
country, Rizal wrote the poem "A Las Flores de Heidelberg.“ Rizal in Berlin,
Germany 21 March 1887 Copies of his novel came off the press

 Rizal in Manila

 5 August 1887 At 9:00 o’clock in the evening, Rizal arrived at Manila after five years of
study and patriotic labors in Europe. Rizal in Hong Kong 22 February 1888 After
staying in Hong Kong for almost two weeks, he left for Japan on board the Oceanic.

His Fall

 DECEMBER 30 is the time to reflect upon the life of our national hero Dr. Jose Rizal
who at the age of 35, was executed on the field of Bagumbayan, now Luneta. He
was a giant of a man, the like of which the human race has yet to reproduce, a genius in
all fields of both the arts and sciences. He is excellent in all endeavors, the best of his
race and of his species. But his crowning glory was his death, like that of Jesus Christ, a
glorious transfiguration of tragic failure into the redemption of his people. When he
died in that bleak December morn, we Filipinos felt we all died with him; but we also
felt that by his death we were born anew, as one nation and one people. His Fall means,
his career, his life, his happiness all have been sacrificed for love of the native land.” as
His old story says: I shall always remember the “moth that was fatally attracted to the
light,” adding that “to sacrifice one’s life for light is worthwhile.
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The Propaganda Movement

The Propaganda Movement was a peaceful crusade for reforms. It is not a

revolutionary movement. It began in 1872, after GOMBURZA’s execution, and ended in 1892,
when Rizal was exiled to Dapitan.

How did it stir Sentiments of Nationalism among Filipino?

The Filipino sentiment of nationality aroused, and this local incident was magnified by
the Spanish Authorities into a “National Rebellion” to Justify mass reprisals. The propagandist
Shows that w/o killing another man, one can fight oppression. They demonstrated how the
power of pen could be stronger than the sword. The death of GOMBURZA awakened strong
feelings of anger and resentment among the Filipinos.

Problems Faced by the Propagandist: Filipinos were not given a voice in their own
government. Defective administration of Justice

• Courts were really courts of injustice.

• Spanish judges were ignorant and dishonest
• Judicial trials were slow and expensive No equality before the law
• Spaniards were given more rights and privilege that Filipinos
• Justice was for the rich and influential and not for the poor.

Many Spanish officials were corrupt, abusive, and incompetent.

• Filipinos were maltreated and regarded as inferior beings.

This movement was carried on and Faced by means of pen and tongue. And Their Aims
are:

• Equality of Filipinos and Spaniards before the law.

• Assimilation of the Philippines as a regular province of Spain.
• Restoration of Philippine representation in the Spanish Cortes.
• Filipinization of the parishes
• Granting of individual liberties to Filipinos such as: – Freedom of Speech – Freedom of the
press – Freedom of assembly – Freedom to petition for grievances

Guide Questions:
1. Discuss his student life and performance at Ateneo and UST.

ANSWER:
Rizal was an underdog in Ateneo, however, he excelled just months in to the term. One
characteristic of Rizal that was developed in his stay in Ateneo is his determination and constant urge
to be better in his studies. This is reflected not only in his grades and scholastic achievements but in
the way he fights for reformation in the Philippines. Rizal was never fond of the “physical way” in
dealing with things. He would rather settle the problem using peaceful ways such as conversing and
debates. These can be attributed to the fact that instead of literally fighting back against his classmates
and professors whom he disliked and vice versa, he chose to push himself further into excelling in his
own capabilities to show that he is not a person to be looked down upon. During his last years in
Ateneo, he received more than 5 medals and even graduated with a “sobresaliente” grade and this
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performance of him gained him the highest honors rank during his graduation, receiving the degree of
Bachelor of Arts. Rizal was very production in his entire student life in such school, as he became an
emperor in his class, a campus leader, active member and became a secretary in the Marian
Congregation Religious Society and in the Academy of Natural Sciences, he even sharpened his artistic
skills by writing more poems, he studied painting, improved his sculpture talents, engage in
gymnastics and fencing and continued his physical training with his friend Tio Manuel.
However, as Rizal continued his studies on higher education in UST, his life as a student has
changed in a way different than on how he lived as a student in Ateneo. Rizal's performance at the UST
was not as excellent as his time at the Ateneo and even his grades after shifting from Philosophy and
Letters to medicine had suffered as well. Rizal’s poor performances in UST were influenced by many
factors such as- the fact that he was not happy at UST and this reflected on his grades which was all
because of these following reasons: The Dominicans were hostile to him, Filipino students suffered
discrimination, and the method of instruction at UST was obsolete and repressive. Also, some other
reasons for his struggling academic performance were that he was not satisfied with the system of
education at the university, there were plenty of things to distract a young man in the peak of his
youth, and he still unsure of his true passion or vocation. Nevertheless, Rizal was able to manage his
studies in the university and even graduated with a highest degree. Also, it may have been during this
experience that Rizal has realized the gravity of the situation in which his Motherland is in. This event
would definitely give him further drive to seek out reformations in the Spanish rule in the Philippines.
It can be said that Rizal was not just bitter because of his grades in this university but also because the
educational style was very much discriminating and unfair to the Filipinos, even those like him who
are obviously capable and bright.

Evaluate

Instructions: Choose two questions and explain briefly and intelligently. Cite source/s that
will help you justify your answers.

1.What is the relevance of education? Why do we need to educate ourselves?

ANSWER:

Education is for life, not just for livelihood. It teaches a person how to live in a society. It tells
us how to sail through rough and good times. It enlightens a person and the society as a whole and it
does not only fill our stomach but if we are educated, we can help those in need. It teaches us how to
rise above all odds in life. Education is a pre-requisite for a person's holistic development. Education is
the foundational brick of a person's growth (Nord Anglia Education, 2020). Parents need to educate
their children right from the childhood and even education starts at home and that children should
learn the importance of education in development. Having formal education and being able to learn
more things help in shaping a person's career according to his own will. An educated person can
wisely choose which career he wants to opt for as he has the required skills and knowledge to do so. It
also builds a person's confidence to tackle life challenges efficiently. With proper education, we are
able to know the difference between right and wrong conduct which would have been blur otherwise
(Mahapatra, 2016). Moreover, being educated makes a person mentally, emotionally, physically,
psychologically, and socially abled to live life happily. Education teaches us to be independent and
have a bright future. The purpose of life gets sorted when people have achieved all the desired goals in
pursuit of education and happiness. Education provides enough opportunities for people from low

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socio economic status to rise to limitless successes (Nord Anglia Education, 2020). Thus, each and
every person must be educated in which eventually can contribute to the country's economic
development. Education must not be considered as a means to livelihood only, it must be used to make
life fulfilling. It tells us to be a good human being and help anyone in need however possible. So,
education must be used to be good, do good and have good in life, not just to merely sustain. Education
is the only medium through which a country can be liberated or to bring any reform. It fades the
political and religious control that divides people and it cannot only liberate a country, it can lift a
person's thinking, cognition and behavior. So let us not take for granted the chance of being able to
attain proper education that has been given to us and that we should not only study HARDER, but also
to study WISELY. Being educated individuals can lead us to many great opportunities in the future as
education is one of the KEY that would open the door towards SUCCESS.

2. What is your view of the saying “Education is the key to success?”

ANSWER:

This is not to underestimate those successful individuals who have made it to the top and have
been living their dreams even though they were not able to finish their study, but only through their
perseverance and own way of achieving their goals aside from gaining a degree first. But before, I used
to believe that education is the key to success or I would say it’s the only way that brings someone into
success. As Mr. Solomon Ortiz said “Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting
impact in the lives of their students.” For me, it’s one of the most important tools you can receive, that
can bring you most success in society today. Education lessens the challenges you will face in life and
the more knowledge you gain, the more opportunities will open up to allow individuals to achieve
better possibilities in career and personal growth. Education has played an important role in the
career world of the twenty-first century. A person with a higher education will be easily qualified
compared to a person without an extended education; as one will be prepared to do various tasks that
careers demand as well as meet job standards (Eugene, 2015). But as I grow older and become more
mature, I can now say that if we try to think rationally with consideration of the things that are
happening in our generation today and if talking about formal education, it can’t really be said that it’s
only through it that we can get the success in life. There’s no high correlation between formal
education and success. Today if you look around, more than half of the college graduates are looking
for work. They have a degree in hand, but still unsuccessful. Newspapers are blasted with stories of the
dropouts, who have made it large. Education can give you a perspective, a bridge, but it takes skills,
talent, passion, faith, and perseverance to make it there. As Ms. Liz Carter said on 2017 regarding her
opinion on such topic, for her, education is likely the key to opening new doors, but it’s not the only
key to success of every person.
Nevertheless, in view of this famous quote, I can say that education must still be given utmost
importance because it cannot only build bridge towards a person’s success, but our society also needs
educated individuals in its pursuit of economical development. If the importance of education is not
recognized because some would think it cannot really guarantee success, then someday education will
become less relevant. Education serves to unite and strengthen our country and if this should happen,
then our society will find itself at a large disadvantage. As the wise man Nelson Mandela once said,
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

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3. As a student, what were your unforgettable experience in school that may have similarities
to Rizal’s experience in school?

Criteria:

Content – 15
Grammar – 5
Organization of thoughts – 10
Total – 30 pts

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Quiz: Sino Ka Ba, Jose Rizal?

(I)
ANSWERS:
1. C 6. C
2. C 7. C
3. A 8. A
4. C 9. B
5. A 10.A

1. At what age could Jose Rizal read and write?

A. Two B. Four C. Six

2. How many languages did Jose Rizal grow up to speak?

A. 4 B. 14 C. 22

3. What was the title of Jose Rizal's very first poem at age seven?
A. Sa AkingMgaKababata B. Mi Ultimo Adios C. Memories of My Town

4. Rizal discovered 3 species. Which among the following are not one of the species named
after Rizal?
A. Draco rizali, a species of flying dragon B. Rachophorousrizali, a species of toad C. Monna
rizali, a monkey species

5. The famous Rizal monument in Luneta was not the work of a Filipino but a Swiss sculptor.
What was the sculptor's name?
A. Richard Kissling B. Mitchell Samson C. Robert Claireton

6. Rizal is known by two of the three names listed below. Which name does not describe Rizal.
A. Polymath B. Renaissance Man C. Contemporary Master

7. Rizal Day commemorates the death of our national hero. When is this observed?
A. June 19 B. September 21 C. December 30

8. Jose Rizal was executed by firing squad in1896 at Bagumbayan, Manila. What is
Bagumbayan now known as?
A. Luneta B. Rizal Stadium C. Cultural Center of the Philippines

9. Jose Rizal was the seventh of eleven children born to a wealthy family. Where was Rizal
born?
A. Capas, Tarlac B. Calamba, Laguna C. Balanga, Bataan

10. Jose Rizal founded this organization, a civic organization that subsequently gave birth to
the Katipunan led by Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Jacinto
A. La Liga Filipina B. SamahanMaharlika C. Bayani ng Filipino

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(II)
ANSWERS:
1. A 7. C
2. C 8. A
3. B 9. B
4. A 10. ESSAY: (The answer is written
5. B below the question.)
6. B

1. The surname Mercado when translated to english means?

A. Market B. Merchant C. Market trade

2. What is Jose Rizal's petname in his family?

A. Ute B. Uti C. Pepe

3. Who is Rizal's considered as 2nd father?

A. Pansyano B. Paciano C. Ponciano

4. Who is his first teacher

A. His Mother B. His Father C. His Brother

5. Rizal's first sorrow was

A. When he has his first fall B. When his sister dies C. When his mother discipline him

6. Rizal's dog name is

A. Uzman B. Usman C. Uszman

7. Where is the birthplace of Rizal

A. Sta. Rosa B. Binan C. Calamba

8. How many siblings that Rizal have?

A. 10 B. 11 C. 12

9. The most influential and powerful person during Rizal's time

A. King B. Governor-General C. Friars

10. What did Dr. Jose Rizal do for the Philippines? (Essay: Your answer must be not less than
50 words)

ANSWER:
Jose Rizal is our national hero, the brightest one for me, and he is not made a hero for nothing.
Rizal made a great contribution to our country during Spanish colonization days and even until now,
his contributions, ideals and virtues are still being looked up by Filipinos. Rizal awakened Filipino
nationalism and patriotism, that not have been felt and exercise by most Filipinos before because they
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were all covered with fear, and he also paved the way for the Philippine Revolution-from forming the
La Liga Filipina and the Propaganda Movement, by proving that a pen is mightier than a sword. He
openly advocated for the rights of Filipino people and all his attempts contributed to the emergence of
Philippine revolution which led to the establishment of Philippines as an independent state. He made
every Filipino realized how freedom is worth fighting for and that our country should not be seen as a
slave. Through his writings, he contributed tremendously to the formation of Filipino nationality and
its freedom that we have been enjoying until now. So as Rizal died for our country, for his people’s
freedom, it is now our responsibility to follow his legacy, to continue his amazing fight, together with
the other heroes, because without them, we may not be able to know the real meaning of peace,
freedom, respect, and love of our own country and maybe until now, other nations may still see us as
slaves who can’t stand with our own feet. In short, he was the one who led the Filipinos to start a
revolution against the Spanish Government to attain freedom and to gain control of our beloved
country again. Until now, Filipinos are still living up his legacies, emulating his ideals, characteristics,
and wisdom, and giving him honor for his unconditional love and respect for this country. This is how
great his impact is towards the country, Philippines.

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Saint Joseph College

Maasin City, Southern Leyte

Essay

Instruction: In a minimum of 300 and maximum of 500-word essay, address the following
question:
How does society (and everything that happens within) impacts the character of a
person? How do you think did the events in the 17 th to the 19th century; the ascendance
of the Chinese mestizo; and the issue of the friar lands affect the character of Jose Rizal?

Remember to keep your discussion coherent by having a controlling idea and developing this
idea in a unified and coherent essay.

ANSWER:
The society plays a major role in molding one’s character, attitude and behavior. It influences
one’s perspective, how they interact with other people, and their ethics. Nowadays, society comprises
of a lot of different things-media, neighborhood, laws, school, and peers. Each person engages in each
of these and such things affect us in various ways. Such as in the case of Rizal, where the laws and
school system greatly affected his behaviour, belief, and over all character that led him to his ideals of
nationalism and revolution.

During Rizal’s time, the ascendance of the Chinese mestizo in Philippines played an important
role in shaping the character of Filipino people including Jose Rizal. Chinese mestizos were actually
traders who entered Philippines before Spanish colonization and played an important role in the
economic and social development of Philippines. They accelerated the process of Castilianization,
where they acquired Filipino identities and adopted Filipino language and therefore played an
important role in formation of Filipino identity and rise of Filipino culture. They promote democratic
and some liberal ideas which also greatly contributed to the development and formation of Filipino
nationality. Jose Rizal is also believed to be a Chinese mestizo and therefore rise of Chinese mestizos
made him identify with Filipino people and instilled him with a racial pride. The ascendance of Chinese
mestizos therefore led to political awakening of Jose Rizal which inspired him to write for his people
and nation. The issue of friar lands also played an important role in shaping Jose Rizal's personality.
The unfair disposition of large landed estates led to discontent among the Filipino peasants. Jose Rizal
was also unhappy with the land distribution and he expressed his discontent through his writings. A
lot of events in the 19th century including the ascendance of the Chinese mestizo and the issue of the
friar lands have played an important role in shaping the character of Jose Rizal. Such events compelled
him to take an active stand against the Spanish government and realize the importance of freedom and
safety of his people. His writings that inspired the Philippine revolution are inspired by such events.
He wrote books like “El Filibusterismo”, “Noli Me Tangere” and published several poems and essays to
highlight the oppression and suppression of Filipino people under Spanish rule. He became an
important representative of Philippine reform movement. He called for political and social reforms for
the upliftment of Filipino people. He also led propaganda movement which involved the mass
publication of articles and pamphlets for political awakening of masses. He openly advocated for the
rights of Filipino people. All his attempts contributed to the emergence of Philippine revolution which
led to the establishment of Philippines as an independent state. In fact, it was his death that sparked
the revolution. Therefore, the ascendance of the Chinese mestizo and issue of Friar lands played an
indirect yet significant role in making Jose Rizal a national hero.

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Saint Joseph College

Maasin City, Southern Leyte

Thought paper

Note:

1) Clear argument or thesis statement.

2) The Midterm Paper (Individual)must be not less than 200 words per question.
3) The Final Paper (Individual or Group) must not be less than 1,000 words and not exceed
1,500 words.

Description: Score:
1) Synthesis of the different analytical perspectives on the novel 40%
2) Identification of pedagogical implications 30%
3) Strength of the overall argument or thesis 20%
4) Quality of writing and composition 10%

Deadline:
Midterm Exam = April 02, 2021
Final Exam = May 29, 2021

Activities and Question:

A (Midterm Exam) Individual

1. Do you think Filipinos still need a hero such as Dr. Jose Rizal? He was
extraordinary and ordinary at the same time. He had many inspiring qualities we
should try to emulate. We need role models that we can relate to. I can't think of
a better one for all Filipinos.

2. How do you think documentaries can shape the way Filipinos perceive their
nation?

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NAME: SHEENA DELOSO BSA 2-B Midterm Exam

THOUGHT PAPER (1)

Topic I: Do you think Filipinos still need a hero such as Dr. Jose Rizal? He was extraordinary and
ordinary at the same time. He had many inspiring qualities we should try to emulate. We
need role models that we can relate to. I can't think of a better one for all Filipinos.

Dr. Jose Rizal is one of a kind hero, no one can beat his courage and firm stand for nationalism,
but everyone can be like him, each one of us can be a hero not just for our country but also to
ourselves, for our own little battles in life. By agreeing that we still need a hero such as Rizal, it does
not mean that we need to find another and replace Rizal, as it only try to remind us that we still need
individuals that possess same qualities as Rizal’s. We need someone who'd mirror Rizal's qualities and
principles - not just in the Philippines, but in all nations as well because most people around the globe
tend to forget the essence of moral values. We need someone like him to keep us reminded that Rizal
wanted us to respect and listen to elders, to persevere in our studies, to stand firm to our beliefs, to
voice out our sensible thoughts just as he did. He spent his life learning, travelling, loving, creating, and
that is what we should be imitating. We need a hero like him for us to look up and relate to, not just in
terms of saving the country, but in embracing values towards self, family, and society as well. Just like
before, most of the Filipinos nowadays are still blinded by the reality of discrimination, cruelty, and
discouragements that the country is still surrounded of. We may not be being colonized by other
nations today, but our freedom is still in a “question mark” state as Filipinos are still questioning if this
is really the freedom that they have imagined because of various social problems that our country is
currently facing. As for my perspective, once I see someone who's brave, kind, and a contributor of
ideals and principles that can mold me, I become better version of myself. During the time of Rizal, his
leadership brought the Filipinos to unite, embody their identity and claim their rights. Nowadays,
leaders ought to be giving contributions for the betterment of the society but already been stained
with mixed political greed and name-bragging that's why different opinions arise because of this issue.
We need a hero that will not only just speak using his mouth but a hero who uses his intellect and
goodness of his heart that will represent his people. The Filipinos need new heroes to face the new and
next decades’ major challenges, way different from the kind of battle that Rizal has to face during his
time.
Jose Rizal’s two known novels tell us that we should reflect on our actions and beliefs for our
country. The theme of the novels is to promote nationalism and to accept change in ourselves, which
still applies to us today. We must patronize our country by respecting the law, promoting Philippine
culture, and realizing the true goal of the country by helping each other towards the improvement of
the country. It teaches us the values of wisdom, fighting what is right, and loving our country. Hence, if
the Filipinos can encourage themselves to emulate these ideals and characteristics, we are just able to
find one hero, but a whole country of heroes. Referring to a “hero” does not mean a man who’s ready
to hold a sword or guns to fight, but a person who would hold hands and unite his fellowmen by being
a “good influence” to others through his own will. Nowadays, celebrities are often called heroes
because they’re often seen conducting charities, considered as influencers when actually not all of
them really possessed moral values, as some of them are just forced to do such things for fame,
personal interest, or contract obligations. Also, some Filipinos tend to believe and recognize things
when they only see them or currently experiencing it. Hence, as Rizal is already out of this world and
his ideals are slowly fading in the minds of his modernized fellowmen, we must find individuals who
possess the same perspective in life as Rizal’s because, we may not see it, our country’s battle is not yet

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conquered and we need living heroes to constantly remind Filipinos to keep on fighting for our rights,
we are still in great need of good influencers, best leaders to guide us in every fight. Rizal showed us
how to be human by seeing life not only through the exclusive world of one Ibarra but through the
eyes of a Simoun, an Elias, a Sisa, Basilio, and Isagani. Unfortunately for us, we never saw what Rizal
would have been had he lived longer, but, his fight isn’t over yet. Heroes like Rizal remain to be the
light which we use to see the road. It is us, new generation Filipinos, who must continue travelling this
road, bringing with us their ideals, legacies, and wisdoms along the way.

THOUGHT PAPER (2)

Topic II: How do you think documentaries can shape the way Filipinos perceive their nation?

Documentaries are made to change the world and they have special powers that can easily
influence people’s perspective about it by showing reality. Documentaries are non-fiction films that
strive towards society’s betterment. Documentary filmmakers want us to be inform, attack a
perspective, to persuade, educate, entertain, defend a perspective, to critique, and to observe real life.
As Mr. Howie Severino, a well-known Filipino documentary filmmaker, said, “Stories can have
powerful effects and impacts on one’s life. National narratives are basis for national culture and
identities.” In the context of our country, Philippines, documentaries made by local filmmakers are
continuously making huge contributions in keeping the Filipinos active and be more rational in
perceiving every situations or events that have been happening in our country, not just events in the
past (history) but also with the current ones. For instance, the two known novels of Rizal, Noli Mi
Tangere and El Filibusterismo, though they are not a documentary films and mainly fictional, they still
able to influence the Filipino’s way of perceiving their country. Noli Mi Tangere was considered to be
one of the instruments that initiated Filipino nationalism leading to the 1896 Philippine Revolution
and it doesn’t only awaken sleeping Filipino awareness, but also established the grounds for aspiring
to independence. The same perspective as the novel, documentaries, through showing the reality
within the society, gather Filipinos together while enabling them to create dialogue and discuss each
one’s opinions to every issue being focused. We know that we can only appreciate our country through
looking at every situation it has to go through. By hearing and seeing these real experiences through
the works of documentary filmmakers help us put ourselves in the shoes of others, building bridges of
empathy in our country that desperately needs our engagement and recognition.
Documentaries have an inspirational value in which they inspire people on various steps.
These kind of films change people lives whenever people watch them. For instance, their lives can be
changed when they watch the generous serving of humanity. When Filipinos watch brave deeds by
others, they would be inspired and strive to emulate them. For instance, when we watch
documentaries about Jose Rizal, his story of becoming our national hero while featuring the challenges
he had to face and how he sacrificed himself for humanity and for his country’s freedom from the
Spaniards. With this, Filipinos will realize that even just in their own simple ways, they are able to help
the country-both for keeping its sovereignty and development. When Filipinos watch documentaries
about cultures such as featuring life in a tribe, fading away of traditions or about culture development,
we become more interested in such cultures and the stories featured would instill motivation to every
Filipino to promote, protect, value our country’s traditions, cultures, and building our own trademarks.
By making films, Filipinos will appreciate more the uniqueness of our country. Thus, documentaries
can also help us deepen Filipino nationalism and patriotism. Also, as documentaries expose the evil
within the society, the films act as a warning to the citizen, giving signals for awareness from
deprivation, inequality and discrimination from the cruelty of most powerful individuals in the
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country. They reveal hidden injustices, expose us to causes we may not otherwise know about and
turning us into advocates for the social issues. They can empower the most vulnerable people in the
society. Real change was brought about directly because of this kind of narrative film and people
exercising their democratic rights in response to it as through documentaries, we see real people and
real situations, secrets are exposed and unpleasant truths are brought into the light so that we can no
longer ignore them. Truth is vital to democracy and while we entrust filmmakers to present a balanced
view, it is more important than ever that ordinary people are allowed to share their perspectives
about certain issues being featured, especially if it is the only way Filipinos can protect the country and
recognize its national identity. Just like Rizal’s novels and other notable writings, documentaries can
also be considered as revolutionary acts in an entertaining way, considering the advantage of creating
high-quality films brought by modern technologies.
Documentaries brought so many benefits on society which are far, wide and should not be
understated. This kind of film is not just known to play a large role in shaping the lives of every
Filipinos but also with how they take responsibility on the situations of their current society in several
ways and the way they perceive their nation- from protecting it to exploring and appreciating every
good thing the nation has shown.

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Final Instruction

Submission Instruction:

1) Email the whole module together with your answer in it.

2) Midterm Paper (Individual) and Final Exam Papers (Individual or Groupings = 4
members only) should be submitted on the given exam schedule date.
3) Submit your Module and Exam Paper on the given email address of your GE9 subject
instructor.
4) For those students who can or have the time to submit your module and exam papers
in person at SJC College. You may submit it on your given Masteral Department Dean
Office at room 119 or to the Security personnel, just make sure that the correct
information is given with your correct name. section and others. Please also inform
your instructor in charge so that he or she would take the proper corrective action.
5) Any clarification please contact your respective professor on this given subject.

Prayer before Study

by St. Thomas Aquinas

C reator of all things, true Source of light and wisdom, lofty origin of all being, graciously let a ray of
Your brilliance penetrate into the darkness of my understanding and take from me the double
darkness in which I have been born, an obscurity of both sin and ignorance.

Give me a sharp sense of understanding, a retentive memory, and the ability to grasp things correctly
and fundamentally.

Grant me the talent of being exact in my explanations, and the ability to express myself with
thoroughness and charm.

Point out the beginning, direct the progress, and help in completion; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer after Study

T hank You, Lord God, for opening my eyes to the light of Your wisdom. You have delighted my
heart with the knowledge of truth. I ask You, Lord, help me always to do Your will.

Bless my soul and body, my words and actions.

Grant that I may grow in grace, wisdom and virtue, that Your name may always be glorified, Father,
Son and Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.

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