Kartilya ng Katipunan Phil. History

• When was La Liga Filipina founded?

  July 3, 1892
• Who were the founders of La Liga Filipina?

  Jose Rizal and a group of patriotic Filipinos including Andres Bonifacio
• What was one of the aims of La Liga Filipina?

  To unite the whole archipelago into a strong body
• What was the purpose of La Liga Filipina regarding agriculture, commerce, and education?

  To encourage agriculture, commerce, and education
• What did La Liga Filipina aim to provide to its members in times of necessity?

  Mutual protection
• What was the response of a small group of patriotic Filipinos after Rizal's arrest?

  They decided to create a secret society
• Who is the founder of the KKK?

  Andres Bonifacio
• What does KKK stand for?

  Kataastaasang, Kagalanggalangang, Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan
• What was the political aim of the Katipunan?

  To completely separate the Philippines from Spain
• What was the moral aim of the Katipunan?

  To teach Filipinos good manners, cleanliness, hygiene, and fine morals
• What was the civic aim of the Katipunan?

  To encourage Filipinos to help themselves and defend the oppressed poor
• When was Andres Bonifacio born?

  November 30, 1863
• Why is Andres Bonifacio known as the Father of the Philippine Revolution?

  He was a key figure in founding the KKK and leading the revolution against Spain
• What was Emilio Jacinto known as in the Katipunan?

  The Brains of the Katipunan
• When did Emilio Jacinto die?

  April 16, 1899
• What was the pen name of Emilio Jacinto?

  Dimas-Ilaw
• What is the significance of the Kartilya ng Katipunan?

  It contains teachings and rules for the conduct of Katipuneros
• What are the membership grades in the Katipunan and their corresponding symbols?

  • FIRST GRADE: KATIPUNAN (ASSOCIATE)
  • Wore black mask
  • Password: "ANAK NG BAYAN"
  • SECOND GRADE: KAWAL (SOLDIER)
  • Wore green mask
  • Password: "GOM-BUR-ZA"
  • THIRD GRADE: BAYANI (PATRIOT)
  • Wore red mask
  • Password: "RIZAL"
• What does the red color in the first flag of the Katipunan symbolize?

  The blood of the members who signed their names in blood to join
• Who was Gregoria de Jesus?

  Wife of Bonifacio, called "Lakambini of the Katipunan"
• Who was Melchora Ramos y Aquino known as?

  Tandang Sora, "Mother of the Katipunan"
• What was the role of Melchora Ramos y Aquino in the Katipunan?


  She fed and nursed the katipuneros and was arrested by Spanish authorities
• What was the main goal of the Kartilya ng Katipunan?

  To create a united Filipino nation that would revolt against the Spaniards
• Who led the Propaganda Movement?

  Illustrados like Marcelo H. Del Pilar, Graciano Lopez Jaena, and Jose Rizal
• What did Bonifacio appoint Jacinto as on April 25, 1897?


  Commander of the Katipunan in Northern Luzon
• How old was Jacinto when he died?

  24 years old
• What does the Kartilya contain?

  14 rules that instruct how a Katipunero should behave
• What are some key teachings from the Kartilya ng Katipunan?

  1. Life should be dedicated to a lofty purpose.
  2. Charity and love for fellow creatures are natural.
  3. All men are born equal regardless of skin color.
  4. Honor is preferred over personal gain.
  5. Time is precious and cannot be recovered.
  6. Defend the oppressed and fight the oppressor.
  7. Treat women with honor and respect.
  8. A person's worth is based on their actions, not status.
• What values emerged from the teachings of the Kartilya?

  Equality, tolerance, freedom, and liberty
• How does the Kartilya reflect the treatment of women in the Katipunan?

  It shows a positive stride but indicates a secondary regard for women in relation to men
• What dual purpose does the Kartilya serve for Katipuneros?

  It instructs conduct toward others and individual self-development
• How can the rules in the Kartilya be classified?

  As directed to how one should treat others or how one should develop oneself