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What was the name of the novel written by Jose Rizal that depicted the social conditions of the Filipinos under Spanish rule?
a) El Filibusterismo
b) Noli Me Tangere
c) Florante at Laura
d) Ibong Adarna
b) Noli Me Tangere
Solidaridad Filipina was the secret society founded by Jose Ma. Panganiban that aimed to unite all Filipinos in Europe and propagate their ideals?
Answer: FACT
Explanation: Solidaridad Filipina, which means "Filipino Solidarity" in Spanish, was a secret society founded by Jose Ma. Panganiban, who was a writer, linguist, and propagandist. It was established in 1889 and aimed to coordinate and support the activities of Filipino reformists in Europe.
What was the name of the novel written by Jose Rizal that narrated the tragic fate of his characters under Spanish tyranny?
E L E F S O L S U T M B R I I I
Answer: El Filibusterismo
Explanation: El Filibusterismo, which means "The Filibustering" or "The Subversive" in Spanish, was published in 1891 as a sequel to Noli Me Tangere. It continued to expose the evils of Spanish colonialism through its characters who suffered from oppression, corruption, injustice, violence, and betrayal.
What was the name of the newspaper founded by Marcelo H. del Pilar that criticized the Spanish friars and officials?
a) La Solidaridad
b) Diariong Tagalog
c) Kalayaan
d) La Independencia
The pact signed by Pedro Paterno that ended the first phase of the Philippine Revolution is the Pact of San Juan de Dios.
Answer: BLUFF
Explanation: The Pact of Biak-na-Bato was an agreement signed by Pedro Paterno, who was a writer, lawyer, and mediator, between Emilio Aguinaldo, who represented the Filipino revolutionaries, and Governor-General Fernando Primo de Rivera, who represented Spain. It was signed in 1897 and stipulated that Spain would grant amnesty and reforms to the Filipinos in exchange for Aguinaldo's exile to Hong Kong.
It is a type of short Filipino poem, consisting of four lines with eight syllables each. What was the name of this literary genre that flourished during this period that consisted of short verses expressing personal sentiments and emotions.
I A L D T
Answer: Dalit
Explanation: Dalit is a type of lyric poetry that originated from India but became popular among Filipino writers during this period. It consists of four lines with eight syllables each that rhyme abba or abab. It usually expresses love or devotion to God or country.
What was the pen name of Graciano Lopez Jaena when he wrote satirical essays and articles against the Spanish regime?
a) Plaridel
b) Laong Laan
c) Dimasalang
d) Diego Laura
c) Dimasalang
La Liga Filipina was the name of reformist group that lobbied for political and social changes in Spain and in the Philippines.
Answer: BLUFF
Explanation: The Propaganda Movement was a group of Filipino reformists who sought to influence public opinion in Spain and in the Philippines through peaceful means such as writing, publishing, speaking, and organizing. It lasted from 1872 to 1896 and paved the way for more radical movements such as Katipunan.
What was the name of the literary work written by Pedro Paterno that claimed to be a pre-Hispanic epic about a legendary hero named Bantugan?
S I I B A D R A
Answer: Bidasari
Explanation: Bidasari is a literary work written by Pedro Paterno in 1894 that claimed to be based on an ancient epic from Mindanao about a hero named Bantugan who fought against evil forces with his magic kris or sword. However, it is widely believed that Paterno fabricated this story to promote his own agenda.
Who among the following writers was also a renowned general and a brilliant military strategist during the Philippine Revolution?
a) Antonio Luna
b) Mariano Ponce
c) Jose Ma. Panganiban
d) Pedro Paterno
a) Antonio Luna
The poem written by Jose Rizal which is entitled “Mi Ultimo Adios” expressed his love for his country and his farewell to his life.
Answer: FACT
Explanation: Mi Ultimo Adios, which means "My Last Farewell" in Spanish, was a poem written by Jose Rizal on the eve of his execution by firing squad on December 30, 1896. It contained his final thoughts on his country's future, his gratitude to his friends and family, his request for prayers for his soul, and his hope for freedom.
What was the name of the literary work written by Jose Rizal that criticized Spanish colonialism and Filipino indolence?
L A OIVSNI ED FARY RZEGIUORD
Answer: La Vision de Fray Rodriguez
Explanation: “La Vision de Fray Rodriguez” is a satire written by Philippine national hero Jose Rizal. The work pictures a conversation between Saint Augustine and the Augustinian priest Friar Jose Rodriguez
What was the title of the book written by Mariano Ponce that traced the history and culture of the Filipino people?
a) Filipinas Dentro de Cien Años
b) El Filibusterismo
c) Noli Me Tangere
d) Efemerides Filipinas
d) Efemerides Filipinas
It was the event of Battle of Manila Bay that sparked the Philippine Revolution in 1896
Answer: BLUFF
Explanation: The Cry of Pugad Lawin was an event that marked the beginning of armed resistance against Spanish colonial rule in 1896. It involved members of Katipunan, a secret society that aimed to overthrow Spain through revolution, tearing up their cedulas or identification cards as a symbol of defiance.
What was the name of the organization founded by Jose Rizal that aimed to promote civic and economic reforms in the Philippines?
A L I A G L I A F I I N L P
Answer: La Liga Filipina
Explanation: La Liga Filipina, which means "The Philippine League" in Spanish, was an organization founded by Jose Rizal on July 3, 1892 with four objectives: to unite all Filipinos under one banner; to protect each other from violence; to encourage education; and to foster trade among members.