Name: Great Ferdinand Gampong
Course/Year: BSAC-3B
Schedule: Wednesday and Saturday (1:00-2:30 PM)
1. Discuss the difference between RA 1425 and Senate Bill 438.
The Rizal Law, Republic Act No. 1425, mandated that all academic institutions in the Philippines
include a study of Jose Rizal's life and works. President Ramon Magsaysay signed the law on
June 12, 1956. The legislation seeks to instill in Filipino youngsters the virtue of nationalism, or
love for the country, as shown by his life and works, particularly Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo. Senator Claro M. Recto introduced Senate Bill 438, also known as the Rizal Bill,
which requires all private and public schools, colleges, and universities in the Philippines to
include Jose Rizal's life, works, and writings, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo, in their curricula. Though both Republic Act No. 1425 and Senate Bill 438 seek to
teach in all Filipino students the significance of nationality, they are fundamentally different.
Legislation is preceded by bills. When a measure is signed into law, It is addressed to as a
legislative act or a statute.
The Rizal Law, Republic Act No. 1425, required a study of Jose Rizal's life and works at all
academic institutions in the Philippines. On June 12, 1956, President Ramon Magsaysay signed
the bill into law. The legislation aims to instill in Filipino children the virtue of nationalism, or
love of country, as exemplified by his life and works, notably Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo. Senator Claro M. Recto introduced Senate Bill 438, also known as the Rizal Bill,
which requires all private and public schools, colleges, and universities in the Philippines to
include Jose Rizal's life, works, and writings in their curricula, particularly his novels Noli Me
Tangere and El Filibusterismo. Though both Republic Act No. 1425 and Senate Bill 438 attempt
to instill the importance of nationality in all Filipino kids, they are fundamentally different. Bills
come before legislation. When a measure is signed into law,
2. In the 19th century – The country experienced Political Developments, Cultural Development,
and Religious Developments that leads toward Main Currents of the Nationalist Movement.
Discuss the relationship of these developments to each other.
Political, cultural, and religious developments in the Philippines during the nineteenth century
all led to the formation of nationalism. The primary goal of this Cultural Development option is
education. When the Jesuits educated the Filipinos about Humanistic Forms of Education, they
unintentionally fostered a sense of nationalism in them. When the "Illustrados," or pupils, come
to understand and realize the Spaniards' excesses, they think it must be stopped. Jose Rizal
belonged to the Illustrados. When pervasive government corruption became one of the reasons
Rizal advocated for government reforms. Fr. Burgos fought for equality between Filipinos and
Spaniards, a desire shared by Rizal. This was a result of the secularization issue, as seculars
wanted to retake their jobs. As a result, Father Burgos' influence on Rizal accelerated Filipino
nationalism.
3. Explain the 11 evils during Rizal’s time
1) Philippine Representation in Spanish Cortes - As a democratic measure in Spain, Cortés
delegates were dispatched to the capital to allow the colonies to convey their issues and
desires. The first representative is Ventura de loLoseyes (he succeeded because he was
passionate about his work). Only the delegation's first session was a success, because
only de Los Reyes was unselfish and enthusiastic about legislative work.
2) Corrupt colonial officials- The Spaniards who served in the Philippines during the Siglo
de Oro were not the same as those who served during the Siglo de Oro. People like
Miguel Cervantes, Lope de Vega, and Commander Rafael de Izquierdo, the pretentious
and brutal commander in charge of the death of General Gomburza Primo de Rivera. He
amassed fortune by accepting bribes from Manila casinos.
3) Human Rights Denied to Filipinos- Aside from religious freedom, Filipinos have been
denied human rights such as discrimination, freedom of expression, journalism,
association, and other civic rights.
4) Maladministration of Justice - The redress is relatively partial, particularly when such
crimes are perpetrated by Spaniards. If you're a native, you'll be treated as if you're a
prisoner. Judgment was costly, imperfect, and time-consuming. Hiring a lawyer to
defend you as a Filipino is too expensive.
5) Instability of Colonial Administration- The colonialist government's uneasiness. Spanish
politics were destabilized throughout King Ferdinand VII's stormy reign. Proof: A judge
was sent to the Philippines, but he chose the route that brought him via the Cape of
Good Hope. As a result, he alleges that when he arrived in the nation, another lawyer
was present, who was picked after him and is now in office.
6) Racial Discrimination - Notwithstanding Christ's teachings on equality, men and women
in the Philippines were treated as if they were animals. This reinforces the notion that
Filipinos are of a lesser social stratum than Spaniards.
7) No Equality before the Law- Only in God's eyes are we regarded fair. Nonetheless,
Spaniards see Filipinos as having a lesser social standing than Spaniards.
8) Haciendas owned by Friars - The wealthiest landlords adhered to a variety of religious
denominations. Friars were recognized as valid proprietors of the aforementioned
regions since they had royal titles of possession from the Spanish monarch.
9) Forced Labor - Originally, males between the ages of 16 and 60 were required to labor
40 days each year. Adult males are subjected to forced labor.
10) The Guardia Civil - The goal is to keep internal peace and order in the Philippines.
modeled after Spain's well-known and disciplined Guardia Civil
11) Frailocracy - The friars own the administration. They dominated ecclesiastical and
scholarly life in the Philippines, and subsequently in the nineteenth century, they rose to
political power, notoriety, and money.
4. Explain the contents of Rizal poems – A aking mga Kabata and Sa aking mga Kababata
Kapagka ang baya'y sadyang umiibig
Sa langit salitang kaloob ng langit
Sanlang kalayaan nasa ring masapi
Katulad ng ibong nasa himpapawid
The poem illustrates in this stanza that he values his mother tongue even at such a
young age. The nation will seek liberty if a person completely embraces the native
language.
Pagka't ang salita'y isang kahatulan
Sa bayan, sa nayo't mga kaharian
At ang isang tao'y katulad, kabagay
Ng alin mang likha noong kalayaan.
In this view, language is akin to beings who were born free. Filipinos were maintained as
slaves by the Spaniards. Rizal, on the other hand, believes that a nation's love of its own
language may be seen as a symbol of independence and distinctiveness.
Ang hindi magmahal sa sakanyang salita
Mahigit sa hayop malansang isda
Kaya ang marapat pagyamaning kusa
Natulad sa inang tunay na nagpala
Rizal's famous phrase appears in these lines of verse: "He who does not love his own
language is worse than an animal and a stinking fish." He goes on to argue that Filipinos
must strive to improve the language, and compares this effort to a mother nursing
young. The local language is now compared to a vulnerable newborn that has to be
nurtured to develop and flourish.
Ang salita nati'y tulad din sa iba
Na may alfabeto at sariling letra,
Na kaya nawala'y dinatnan ng sigwa
Ang lunday sa lawa noong dakong una.
Rizal may have been referring to the Philippines' native writing system, the "Alibata," in
these final lines, which he sees as unique and unlike any other. Meanwhile, he considers
Tagalog to be on par with other "elite tongues."
Nonetheless, Rizal claims that as the Alibata fell into the depths, rivers of influence from
the country's occupants swept away Philippine culture.
5. According to Zaide – What are the influences in Rizals boyhood? Explain each
Hereditary Influence In this element, Malaysian ancestors have a strong desire for
independence, a natural desire to explore, and unflinching courage. He inherited his serious
demeanor and thrifty attitude from his Chinese forebears. He inherited his elegant bearing from
his Spanish ancestor.
Environmental Influence- Calamba's beauty mimicked his artistic abilities, and the religious
ambience of his household bolstered his devout character.
Aide of Divine Providence- Rizal was born to be a source of pride and respect for his nation. God
has endowed him with a plethora of remarkable qualities.
6. Why counting counts? (Noli me tangere and El Filibusterismo)
Why Counting Counts: A Research of Awareness Forms and Language Problems in Noli Me
Tangere and El Filibusterismo The purpose of this study is to give new insights into Rizal's
increasing political consciousness and use of his native language.
7. What is the essence of the The novels Noli me tangere and El Filibusterismo compare to each
other?
In some ways, Dr. Jose Rizal's two well-known writings, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo,
are similar and unlike. Also describe how Spaniards abused Filipinos, the church, and prejudice
against Filipinos, yet they both exhibit strong anti-, if not anti-Catholic feelings. They differ in
several ways; the subject of Noli Me Tangere purports to depict the exploitations carried out by
Spanish friars and government officials, as well as brutality and authority. It is far more positive
and romantic than El Filibusterismo; however, the topic of El Filibusterismo appears to center on
how to achieve progressive change and revolution, whereas this novel focuses on the impending
rebellion and whether the Philippines should revolt quietly, diplomatically, or brutally.
8. Describe the vents that leads Rizal to exile in Dapitan, Trial in Fort Santiago and Execution in
Bagumbayan.
Dr. Jose Rizal's trial in a Spanish military court began on December 6, 1896, and included charges
of insurrection, conspiracy, and revolt. As a result of his ordeal, he was executed and martyred.
Initially imprisoned in Barcelona and Fort Santiago, Rizal became active in the Katipunan
insurgency, led by Andres Bonifacio, in August 1896, with the goal of liberating the Philippines
from Spanish colonial rule. Rizal was compelled to flee to Cuba because supportive GovernorGeneral Ramon Blanco allowed him to work as a surgeon in Cuba during his confinement, during
the revolt against Spain. Rizal published a declaration announcing his opposition to the
revolution and arguing that education and the establishment of a national identity were
requirements for independence before leaving Dapitan's exile for Manila and Spain. Rizal was
apprehended and imprisoned in Barcelona while on his route to Spain. He was then sent to
Manila for trial, where he was accused of being a traitor to Spain and of instigating the
insurrection. He maintained his innocence, but he was found guilty and condemned to death on
all three counts: insurgency, incitement to rebel, and conspiracy. . Rizal was already regarded a
state opponent by the Spanish government with the publishing of his two most famous works,
"Noli Me Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo." As a result, Rizal was executed in Bagumbayan
(Luneta) on December 30, 1896, and the site was renamed Rizal Park in his honor.
His exile in Dapitan was to end in return for a transfer to Cuba as a military doctor. He was on
board a ship when the 1896 Revolution broke out, and he was instead transferred to Barcelona,
Spain, for incarceration. Jose Rizal was imprisoned at the Fort Santiago barracks on the western
side of Plaza de Armas from November 3 to December 29, 1896, where he was sentenced to
death for his role in a brewing revolt against Spanish power. On December 30, 1896, in
Bagumbayan Field in Manila, Dr. José Rizal was killed by firing squad by the Spanish colonial
authority for the crime of rebellion. "Tomorrow at seven, I shall be shot; but I am innocent of
the crime of insurrection," he wrote to his greatest friend and confidant, Professor Ferdinand
Blumentritt.
9. What is the message of Mi Ultimo Adios?
Mi Ultimo Adios was Jose Rizal's farewell poetry, which had no title and was unsigned at the
time. This is said to be Rizal's final will and testament since he composed it the night before he
was deported. This is a poem on how lovely the Philippines is and how Rizal wants us to learn
from our history and comprehend how the rest of the world perceives us.
10. Enumerate at least 3 observations that Rizal commented in his Annotation of Morgas Successos
de las Islas Filipinas.
• The Philippine people have their own culture. Even before the Spaniards arrived,
• Spanish colonization wrecked the Filipinos by destroying, demoralizing, exploiting, and
exploiting them.
• The Philippines' current situation is not necessarily better than its history.de las Islas Filipinas