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Who wrote the article, "The Philippines a Century Hence"?
Jose Rizal / Dr. Jose Rizal
How many years (in total) does the Philippines was colonized?
428 YEARS
Liberty
Where was "The Philippines a Century Hence" published?
Who is the person that stood as a symbol of Filipino Resilience and the fight for democracy and justice?
Benigno "Ninoy" S. Aquino Jr.
What is the national gem of the Philippines?
South Sea Pearl / Philippine Pearl
This is also known as the Republic Act. 8491 stating some of the national symbols of the Philippines.
True or False:
No law, executive order, or proclamation has been officially enacted or issued proclaiming any Filipino historical figure as a national hero.
TRUE
This was commissioned to study, evaluate and recommend historical figures to declare national heroes.
National Heroes Commission
Under which presidency did the NHC or National Heroes Commission was created?
Former President Fidel V. Ramos
What city or town is associated with the women Rizal wrote to in his letter?
Malolos, Bulacan
What is the name of the Philippine Commission Act No. 137, which was approved in 1900 in honor of Dr. Jose Rizal?
Province of Rizal
What is the central theme of Rizal's article, "The Philippines A Century Hence"?
Philippines' potential and the impact of colonial rule on its development
Who stated, "Heroes are made in the hearts and minds of people not through legislation"?
Congressman Salvador Escudero
Who were the 2 persons that were added when Rep. Liwayway Vinzons-Chato urged the Congress to recognize the 9 recommended heroes?
Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. and Corazon "Cory" Aquino
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What article did Rizal wrote about the Philippines's future?
The Philippines a Century Hence
During his presidency, he tasked the national heroes commission to come up with criteria for national heroes.
Differentiate the words, "Hero" and "Bayani"
Hero is someone admired for their strength, courage and achievements.
Bayani is someone brave and strong not just for themselves but for their country (bayan)
Give the three causes of misery in the Philippines
- Spain's military laws
- Destruction of the native Philippine culture
- Passivity and surrender to the Spanish colonizers
What are the 3 Filipino Values of Kabayanihan?
PPAKIKIPAGKAPWA, PAGDAMAY, AT KAWANGGAWA
The next 100 years.
Out of 9 historical figures recommended as National Heroes, give at least 4 names:
Jose Rizal, Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Aguinaldo, Apolinario Mabini, Marcelo H. Del Pilar, Sultan Kudarat, Juan Luna, Melchora Aquino, or Gabriela Silang
Colonial Oppression, Injustice, Lack of Education, Climate, Corruption and Exploitation, Loss of National Pride
What is the main argument presented by Rizal in "The indolence of the Filipinos"?
He argues that the alleged indolence of Filipinos is a result of various factors such as climate, lack of education, and oppressive colonial rule.