Final Exam- RIZAL

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ERASURES.

Test I
1. There where 11 children born to Jose Rizal's parents. He was the
A. 4th child
B. 7th child
C. 10th child
D. 2nd child
2. Jose Rizal's profound sense of dignity and self -respect was inherited from his
A. Father
B. Mother
C. Uncle
D. Grandfather
3. Rizal's Biñanero teacher in Spanish:
A. Jose Antonio Santos
B. Mariano Lopez Sevilla
C. Juan Fernando Samonte
D. Justiniano Aquino Cruz
4. Rizal's 1st lesson in drawing and painting was with
A. The father in law of his uncle
B. His father
C. His teacher in Spanish
D. The father in law of Justiniano
5. The type of transport Rizal and his family used in going to the promised pilgrimage of his mother
A. Calesa
B. Casco
C. Banca
D. Carromata
6. In Ateneo, Rizal was guided and directed in painting and drawing by
A. Prof. Don Agustin Saez
B. Father Villaclara
C. Father Miñeves
D. Father Francisco Sanchez
7. How many yrs. did Rizal spend abroad?
A. 8
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
8. 1st foreign land that Rizal reached
A. Hongkong
B. Colombo
C. Cape Guardafui
D. Singapore
9. In which poem did Rizal write about offering one’s life for one’s country?
a. A La Juventud Filipina
b. Song of Maria Clara
c. Sa Aking mga Kabata
d. Mi Ultimo Adios

10. Rizal was eight years old when he wrote this poem. He realized the ultimate importance of
having a native tongue.
 A. Remembrance to my Hometown
B. Our Mother Tongue
C. To Education
D. Intimate alliance between religion and good education
11. This poem, was written by Rizal when he was 15 years old. His memories of Calamba
demonstrated his innate love of nature that ultimately developed into greater love of nation.

A. Remembrance to my Hometown
B. Our Mother tongue
C. To Education
D. Intimate alliance between religion and good education

12. In this poem, Rizal compared education to the goddess of light, wisdom, hope, peace and truth.
A. Remember to my Hometown
B. Our Mother tongue
C. To Education
D. Intimate alliance between religion and education
13. In this poem, Rizal noted the role of religion in attaining good education.
A. Remember to my Hometown
B. Our Mother tongue
C. To Education
D. Intimate alliance between religion and education
14. This was a prize winning poem of Rizal when he was a student in UST. This poem proved that an
Indio was not only but also more superior than the Spaniards in poetry writing.
A. To the Filipino Youth
B. They ask Me for Verses
C. Hymn to Talisay
D. Kundiman
15. Rizal's loneliness is profoundly expressed in this poem which has line, “His lyre had long ago
become so mute and broken, his muse stammers and no longer smiles at him”. What is the title of
this poem?
A. To the Filipino Youth
B. They ask Me for Verses
C. Hymn to Talisay
D. Kundiman
16. Written in 1895, the verses, were used against him during his trial in December 1896.
A. To the Filipino Youth
B. They ask Me for Verses
C. Hymn to Talisay
D. Kundiman
17. Originally written in Tagalog, the poem is one of the only two poems that Rizal wrote in his
vernacular. He, however, denied authorship of such.
A. To the Filipino Youth
B. They ask Me for Verses
C. Hymn to Talisay
D. Kundiman
18. How can Dr. Jose Rizal’s La Liga organization be likened according to present-day social
groups/movements?
a. Shadow government
b. National socio-civic organization
c. Street parliamentarian movement
d. National political party like LP, NP, Lakas
19. Which Philippine law promulgates the study of life and works of Rizal to included in the
curriculum of colleges and universities
a. RA 1425
b. RA 1081
c. RA 1452
d. RA 1542
TEST II. The Development of Filipino Nationalism
1. Who are the principalias? I. Filipinos who lived and studies in Europe II. Spaniards that were
living in the Philippines III. Unchristianized natives and free from colonial rule IV. Indios who held
positions in the Spanish colonial government
A. I at II C. II at III B. I at IV D. III at IV
2. What is the aim of secularization movement?
A.The use of indigenous language in curch services.
B. Sending of Filipino priests to Europe to be educated.
C. Transfer of authority over parishes from regular priests to the secular
priests
D. Transfer of authority over parishes from secular priests to the regular
priests
3. Who were the ilustrados?
A. Filipinos who held positions in the Spanish colonial government
B. Children of inter-marraiges between Spaniards, Filipino and
Chinese
C. Filipinos from middle class families who were able to study in
Europe D. Spaniards who were born in Spain and occupy the highest
social class
4. What are the contributions of the Propaganda movement in the history of the Philippines?
I. It inspired the Philippine revolution of 1896
II. It became a catalyst for the development of
Filipino Nationalism
III. It paved way for the independence of the
Philippines from Spain
IV. It served as an eye-opener for the Filipinos about the abuses of the Spaniards
A. I-II- III
C. I-III-IV
B. I-II-IV
D. II-III-IV

5. How did the 1872 Cavite Mutiny and the execution of the GOMBURZA affect the Filipinos?
A. These events threatened the Filipinos not to rebel against the Spanish rule.
B. Filipinos realized the might of Spain and pledge their loyalty to the Spanish colonial government.
C. These were viewed by the Filipinos as forms of indignation and injustice of Spaniards to the
Filipinos
D. These events discouraged the Filipinos from forming organizations that advocate reform or
independence
6. Which event paved way for the influx of liberal ideas from Europe which is also
influenced the emergence of Filipino consciousness?
A. 1872 Cavite Mutiny
B. Opening of the Suez Canal
C. Emergence of Middle class
D. The Secularization Movement
7. What movement was established by Ilustrados which exposed the conditions of the
Philippines and Demanded reforms from Spain?
A. Katipunan
B. Propaganda
C. Confradia de San Jose
D. Circulo Hispano-Filipino
8. What is the aim of secularization movement?
A.The use of indigenous language in curch services.
B. Sending of Filipino priests to Europe to be educated.
C. Transfer of authority over parishes from regular priests to the secular
priest

D. Transfer of authority over parishes from secular priests to the regular

priests

9. Who were the Filipinos who gained wealth from renting huge lands (haciendas) owned by
the friars like the Rizal family?
A. Meztizos
C. Inquilinos
B. Insulares
D. Indios Bravos
10. Why were the GOMBURZA executed?
I. They actively supported the secularization movement.
II. They refused to submit to the authority of the regular priests.
III. They were accused as the leaders of the 1872 Cavite Munity.
IV. They wrote propaganda materials that exposed the abuses of the friars.
A. I-II C. II-III B. I-III D. III-IV not sure
11. Which statement on the term "Filipino" is NOT TRUE?
A. It was a derogatory term for the native inhabitants as used by the Spaniards.
B. Originally, it was the name associated with Spaniards born in the Philippines or the creoles.
C. It is a term which the inhabitants of the Philippines gradually learned to equate with racial
equality, human dignity and love of country.
D. It is a term or label which gradually became associated with the ilustrados during Rizal's time.
12. Which statements are TRUE about Filipino nationalism?
I. It only started to emerge during the 19th century.
II. It was a product of an armed revolt against Spain.
III. It was introduce by the Spanish friars through catechism.
IV. It is a product of the social, political and economic changes in the 19th century
A. I-II
C. II-III
B. I-III
D. III-IV
13. Why did the Catholic Church oppose the passage of Rizal Law?
A. Jose Rizal was a mason.
B. Jose Rizal‟s novels are anti-clerical and anti-Catholic.
C. The printing and distribution of the novels are too expensive.
D. There was no public consultation on the provisions of the law.
14. When was the Rizal Law
passed? A. June 12, 1946
C. June 12, 1966
B. June 12, 1956
D. June 12, 1976
15. Evaluate the following statements: I. College students are required to read the unexpurgated
versions of the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo as part of the Rizal course. II. Students
whose faith could be damaged are exempted to take the Rizal course.
A. Statement I is true.
C. Both statements are true.
B. Statement II is true.
D. Neither of the statements is true.
16. Evaluate the following statements: I. To reach more Filipino students, the novels and other
works of Jose Rizal are to be translated into English, Tagalog and major Philippine dialects. II. The
distribution of Jose Rizal‟s novels and other works is free of charge and available to any one who
desires to read them.
A. Statement I is true.
C. Both statements are true.
B. Statement II is true.
D. Neither of the statements is true.
17. Which is NOT an objective of the Rizal
Law?
A. Develop moral character
C. Develop civic conscience
B. Promote sense of nationalism
D. Promote intellectual development
TEST III. Biography of Jose Rizal_Childhood and Intellectual Development

1. What is the full name of Jose Rizal?

A. Jose Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda
B. Jose Protacio Mercado Rizal y Alonso Realonda
C. Jose Protacio Mercado Rizal y Realonda Alonso
D. Jose Protacio Alonso Realonda y Mercado Rizal
2. What is the title of the book read by Rizal and his mother when he was young?
A. Les Miserables B. Uncle Tom's Cabin C. Children's Friend D. The Count of Monte Cristo
3. What story read by Rizal when he was a child left an impact on him?
A. The Foolish Butterfly
B. The Story of Maria Makiling
C. The Story of Bernardo Carpio
D. The Monkey and the Crocodile
4. Who is Jose Rizal‟s father?
A. Francisco Mercado
B. Paciano Mercado
C. Domingo Lamco
D. Justiniano Cruz
5. Who is Jose Rizal's mother?
A. Teodora Alonso
B. Saturnina Rizal
C. Josefa Rizal
D. Narcisa Rizal
6. What course did Rizal finish in Ateneo while studying at UST?
A. Ophthalmology
B. Land Surveying
C. Bachelor of Arts
D. Philosophy and Letters

7. What is the meaning of the surname 'Rizal'?

A. Patriot
B. Farmer
C.
Merchant
D. Green Fields
8. Where did Jose Rizal start his formal
education?
A. Ateneo Municipal
B. University of Sto. Tomas
C. Private school in Biñan
D. Private school in
Calamba
9. What literary piece made Jose Rizal won the first prize in Ateneo?
A. Junto Al Pasig
B. Sa Aking Mga Kabata
C. Consejo de los Dioses
D. A La Juventud
Filipina
10. Which literary piece made by Jose Rizal is about the love for one‟s
language? A. Junto Al Pasig
B. Consejo de los Dioses
C. Sa Aking Mga Kabata
D. A La Juventud Filipino

11. When was Jose Rizal born?

A. June 19, 1961
B. June 19, 1681
C. June 19, 1869
D. June 19, 1781
12. Which DOES NOT describe Jose Rizal as a young
boy?
A. Sickly
B. Hard-headed
C. Has a frail body
D. Quiet and
thinker
13. What school was known for its equal treatment of Filipino and Spanish students during Rizal's
time?
A. Ateneo Municipal
B. Colegio de San Agustin
C. University of Sto. Tomas
D. Colegio de San Juan
Letran
14. Which is TRUE about the intellectual development of Jose Rizal?
A. Rizal was intellectually gifted from birth
B. The intellectual giftedness of Jose Rizal was influenced by the prevailing political conditions
during his time
C. The intellectual achievements of Jose Rizal was influenced by the prevailing system of
education during his time
D. The intellectual development of Rizal was shaped by the people around him who imparted
knowledge and values to him
15. What literary piece made Jose Rizal won the first prize in UST in 1879?
A. Junto Al Pasig
B. Sa Aking Mga Kabata
C. Consejo de los Dioses
D. A La Juventud
Filipina
16. How many children were there in the Rizal family?
A. 7
B. 9
C. 11
D. 13
TEST IV. TRUE OR FALSE
1. Rizal liked his education in UST because Filipino students were treated the same way like the
Spaniards. TRUE OR FALSE
2. Jose Rizal‟s trip to Europe was known to all the members of Rizal‟s Family. TRUE OR FALSE
3.The goal of Jose Rizal‟s trip to Europe was to observe the European society and to acquire
knowledge that will be used in demanding reforms for the Philippines. TRUE OR FALSE
4. In Madrid, Jose Rizal gave a toast to Juan Luna and Felix Ressureccion Hidalgo for winning in the
ExposiciónNacional de BellasArtes de Madrid in 1884 which was interpreted by the Spaniards in
Manila
as an attack to the colonial regime. TRUE OR FALSE
5. In Europe, Jose Rizal found out that all Filipino expatriates were willing to serve the country by
exposing the social condition in the Philippines and demanding reform from Spain. TRUE OR FALSE
TEST V. La Liga Filipina and Life in Dapitan
1. Who accompanied Jose Rizal in going back to the Philippines in June 21, 1892?
A. Lucia Rizal B. Paciano Rizal C. Jose Maria Basa D. Josephine Bracken
2. Arrange the events chronologically. I. Rizal‟s exile in Dapitan II. Founding of the Katipunan
III. Founding of the La Liga Filipina IV. Arrest and detention of Rizal in Fort Santiago
A. I-III-IV-II
B. I-III-II-IV
C. III-II-I-IV
D. III-I-II-IV
3. When was the La Liga Filipina established?
A. July 3, 1892 B. July 6, 1982 C. October 6, 1896 D. December 30, 1896
4. Which is NOT part of the aims of the La Liga Filipina?
A. Mutual protection among Filipinos
B. Demand reforms from Spain
C. Unity of the Filipino people into one nation
D. Advancement of education, agriculture and commerce
5. What is the motto of the La Liga Filipina?
A. One like all B. Unity in diversity C. To God be the glory D. Honor and Excellence
6. Which describes the membership of the La Liga Filipina?
A. It is open for all who are willing
B. It is open only for the ilustrado and principalias
C. Membership is open but it requires going through a series of challenges
D. Membership is open but certain requirements and tests must be passed
7. How could one become a member of the La Liga Filipina? I. Approval of the council II. Passing
the required tests III. Surpassing the challenges IV. Rescinding allegiance to Spain

A. I and II
B. I and III
C. III and IV
D. I, II and III

8. The funds of the La Liga Filipina were used for __________. I. Publication of La Solidaridad II.
Purchase of guns and ammunition III. Loaning capital for members IV. Scholarships for
members‟ children
A. I and II B.
I and III C. II
and III D. III
and IV
9. What caused the disbandment of La Liga Filipina?
A. The revolution broke out
B. The Spanish authorities declared it illegal
C. Jose Rizal was arrested and exile to Dapitan
D. Members quarreled about the organization‟s course of action
10. How is the La Liga Filipina different form the Propaganda movement?
A. The La Liga Filipina was well supported by the principalia classes while the Propaganda
movement was supported by the masses.
B. In the La Liga Filipina, Jose Rizal was the president and has great powers, while in the
Propaganda movement he was not elected as president and was not quite influential.
C. The La Liga Filipina aimed for the independence of the Philippines from Spain through a
revolution, while the Propaganda Movement aimed for the assimilation of the Philippines to
Spain.
D. In the La Liga Filipina, all Filipinos will work together to improve their lives and the country
while in the Propaganda movement, the ilustrado were the only ones working for the betterment of
the Philippines.

11. After the disbandment of the La Liga Filipina, members reorganized and the „society‟ was split
into two organizations. Which continued to support the Porpaganda movement in Europe by
sending funds?
A. Katipunan B. Indios Bravos C. Circulo Hispano-Filipino D. Cuerpos Compromisarios
12. Which directly caused the deportation of Jose Rizal to Dapitan?
A. His novels B. The Katipunan C. The „Poor Friars‟ D. The La Liga Filipina

13. Which of the following could be inferred about Jose Rizal in his poem „Mi Retiro‟?
A. Rizal‟s love for Josephine Bracken.
B. Rizal‟s contentment of his life in Dapitan.
C. Rizal‟s concept of nation and nation-building.
D. Rizal‟s longingness to his family members especially to his mother.
14. Who was the woman whom Jose Rizal had fallen in love with in Dapitan?
A. Leonor Rivera B. Nelly Bausted C. Gertrude Becket D. Josephine Bracken
15. Why did Rizal‟s family oppose the marriage of Jose Rizal and Josephine Bracken?
A. Josephine Bracken was too young for Jose Rizal.
B. They didn‟t like Josephine for she was a foreigner and non-Catholic.
C. They suspected Josephine Bracken as a spy sent by the Spanish authorities.
D. They suspected that Josephine will only distract Jose Rizal in his works for the country.
16. How did Jose Rizal help in the improvement of agriculture in Dapitan?
A. He discovered various species of fruit bearing trees.
B. He constructed a water system that will irrigate the fields.
C. He purchased agricultural tools and taught the famers in using these.
D. He built a water reservoir or dam that will contain water for draught seasons

TEST VI. Trial and Martyrdom

1. Arrange the following events in chronological order.
I. Execution of Jose Rizal
II. Jose Rizal was en route to Cuba
III. Detention of Rizal in Fort Santiago
IV. The outbreak of the1896 Philippine revolution

A. II-III-IV-I
B. II-III-I-IV
C. II-IV-III-I
D. II-IV –I-III
2. Who disguised as a sailor in order to rescue Jose Rizal while on board of a ship going to
Cuba?

A. Paciano Rizal B. Emilio Jacinto C. Andres Bonifacio D. Josephine Bracken

3. What ship carried Jose Rizal to Barcelona, Spain?

A. S.S. Colon B. M.V. Cebu C. SS. Espaňa D. M.V. Isla de Panay

4. Where was Jose Rizal detained after being arrested and brought back in the Philippines?
A. Fort Santiago B. Fort Bonifacio C. Montjuich Prioson D. Cuartel de Espaňa

5. What are the charges against Jose Rizal? I. Traitor to Spain II. Inciting rebellion III. Illegal
association IV. Mason and Anti-Church
A. I and III
B. I and IV
C. II and III
D. III and IV
6. Which DIRECTLY caused the arrest of Jose Rizal?
A. The outbreak of Philippine revolution
B. The establishment of the La Liga Filipina
C. His novels, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo
D. The discovery of ‗Poor Friars‘ which was found in their luggage
7. What was the content of Jose Rizal‘s manifesto in December 15, 1896?
A. Rizal‘s sworn allegiance to Spain
B. Rizal‘s call for Filipinos to unite against Spain
C. Statement of Rizal‘s support to the revolution
D. Statement of Rizal that condemns the revolution
8. How did Jose Rizal describe the revolution in his December 15, 1896 manifesto?
A. Right and justified
B. Strong and violent
C. Vigorous and joyous
D. Absurd and disastrous
9. Who were the intended audience of Jose Rizal in his December 15, 1896 manifesto?
A. The principalias B. The revolutionaries C. The Spanish authorities D. The Filipinos in Europe
10. Which was NOT emphasized by Jose Rizal in his December 15, 1896 manifesto?
A. Education is a prerequisite of freedom
B. The study of civic virtues is needed to become worthy of freedom
C. Change in the society must come for the government or authorities rather than from the people
D. The revolution was justified by the failure of the Spanish authorities to grant the reforms
needed for the betterment of the people
11. Which was NOT part of Jose Rizal‘s intentions in his December 15, 1896 manifesto?
A. Condemn and stop the rebellion
B. Deny his participation in the rebellion
C. Swear allegiance to Spain and remain a loyal subject
D. Express the importance of education and civic virtues
12. Why did Jose Rizal issue a manifesto in December 15, 1896?
A. Defend himself from the accusations against him
B. Recommend reforms needed to pacify the rebellion
C. Inspire the Filipinos to follow his path of non-violence
D. Discuss the prerequisites needed for the rebellion to succeed
13. In his letters in December 30, 1896, to whom did Jose Rizal apologize for the pain he had
caused him/her?
A. Paciano Rizal B. Teaodora Alonso C. Francisco Mercado D. Josephine Bracken
14. What did Jose Rizal give Josephine Bracken before he was
executed? A. Alcohol burner
B. A book- ‗Imitation of Christ‘
C. The poem ‗Mi Ultimo Adios‘
D. A statuette of the sacred
heart
15. What were the evidence presented against Jose Rizal?
A. Jose Rizal‘s novels and the La Liga Filipina
B. The letters of Jose Rizal to his fellow propagandists
C. Accounts about the several attempts of the Katipunan to help Jose Rizal escape
D. Accounts about Jose Rizal‘s name used as password and battle cry of the revolutionaries
16. Where was Jose Rizal secretly buried after he was executed?
A. Paco cemetery B. Manila Cathedral C. Intramuros cemetery D. Luneta de Bagumbayan

17. Who gave the title ‗Mi Ultimo Adios‘ to Jose Rizal‘s last poem?
A. Paciano Rizal B. Narcisa Rizal C. Mariano Ponce D. Josephine Bracken
18. Which could be inferred from the following stanza of the ‗Mi Ultimo Adios‘? ―On the field of
battle, fighting with delirium, others give you their lives without doubts, without gloom. The site
nought matters: cypress, laurel or lily: gibbet or open field: combat or cruel martyrdom are equal if
demanded by country and home.‖

I. Rizal praised the revolutionaries on the battlefield

II. Rizal emphasized that freedom could be acquired through non-violence
III. Rizal expressed the idea that the Spanish rule will soon be ended by the revolution and his
martyrdom IV. Rizal expressed the idea that revolutionaries and martyrs are the same if they die
for the country
A. I and III B. I and IV C. II and III D. III and IV
19. Who was Jose Rizal referring to in these lines: ―Farewell, sweet foreigner – my darling, my
delight!
‖?

A. Leonor Rivera
B. The Philippines
C. Teodora Alonso
D. Josephine Bracken
20. What did Rizal mean in these lines: ―O lovely: how lovely: to fall that you may rise! To perish
that you may live! ...‖?
A. Heroism means dying for one‘s convictions
B. Sacrificing one‘s life is necessary to let others live
C. Sacrificing one‘s life for the country is a great honor
D. To die for loved ones is the greatest form of love and honor