Main Topic 5: Rizal's Novel El Filibusterismo

• What is the title of Rizal's second novel?

  El Filibusterismo
• How many chapters does El Filibusterismo have?

  39 Chapters
• What are the main themes explored in El Filibusterismo?

  • Colonial oppression
  • Corruption
  • Revenge
  • Reform
• How does the tone of El Filibusterismo differ from that of Noli Me Tangere?

  El Filibusterismo has a darker tone, emphasizing futility of reform using revolution
• Who is the author of The Count of Monte Cristo?

  Alexandre Dumas
• What inspired José Rizal when writing El Filibusterismo?

  He was inspired by The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas.
• What is the main plot of The Count of Monte Cristo?

  It tells the story of Edmond Dantès, who seeks revenge after being falsely imprisoned.
• How do the themes of The Count of Monte Cristo resonate with Rizal's work?

  Themes of betrayal, revenge, and justice influenced Rizal's character Simoun.
• When was El Filibusterismo published?

  September 18, 1891
• Why did Rizal choose to publish El Filibusterismo in Ghent, Belgium?


  Because printing costs were lower there compared to other European cities.
• Who helped fund the publication of El Filibusterismo?

  Valentin Ventura
• What role did Valentin Ventura play in the publication of El Filibusterismo?

  He paid for the remaining cost of the publication.
• Who is the main character of El Filibusterismo?

  Simoun
• What is the true identity of Simoun in El Filibusterismo?

  Simoun is the disguised Crisostomo Ibarra from Noli Me Tángere.
• What motivates Simoun's actions in El Filibusterismo?

  He seeks revenge on the Spanish authorities for injustices against him and his family.
• What is the title of Rizal's first novel?

  Noli Me Tangere
• How does the character Simoun represent a shift in Rizal's perspective on reform and revolution?


  Simoun's desire for revenge indicates a move away from peaceful reform to drastic change.