Rizal Reviewer

• When did Jose Rizal leave the Philippines for Europe?

  May 3, 1882
• Who knew about Rizal's departure from the Philippines?

  Only his brother Paciano, two sisters, and a few close friends
• Why did Rizal's parents disapprove of his decision to leave?

  They feared for his safety
• What was Jose Rizal's primary goal in leaving for Europe in 1882?


  To complete his education
• What was Rizal's secret mission during his journey to Europe?

  To observe the lives, cultures, laws, and governments of European countries
• How did Rizal's observations in Europe relate to his goal for the Philippines?

  They were in preparation for liberating the Philippines from Spain's tyrannical rule
• Which countries did Rizal travel through on his journey to Europe?

  Singapore, Sri Lanka, Italy, and France
• When did Rizal arrive in Barcelona?

  June 16, 1882
• What was the last date Rizal saw his parents before leaving for Spain?

  May 1, 1882
• What did Rizal do on May 2, 1882?

  He visited the family of Orang
• What type of ticket did Rizal use for his departure?

  A first class ticket
• What name did Rizal use when he departed?

  Jose Mercado
• How much money did Rizal's brother hand him for travel?

  156
• On what date did Rizal reach Singapore?

  May 8, 1882
• Who was the ship captain of the S.S. Salvadora?

  Donato Lecha
• What nationality was the ship captain Donato Lecha?

  Austrian
• Where did Rizal spend two days in Singapore?

  Hotel de la Paz
• What activities did Rizal engage in while in Singapore?

  He played chess with fellow passengers
• What sites did Rizal visit in Singapore?

  Gardens, a Buddhist temple, and the monument of Stamford Raffles
• What did Rizal admire about Singapore's architecture?

  The Chinese architecture
• What aspect of Singapore's society impressed Rizal?

  The freedom of religion
• What type of market did Rizal visit in Singapore?

  A market where he bought personal things
• When did Rizal leave for Ceylon?

  On May 13, 1882
• What was the name of the cruise Rizal took to Ceylon?

  DJEMAH
• Why did Rizal practice the French language during the cruise?


  Because most of the passengers were French
• When did Rizal arrive at Point Galle, Ceylon?

  On May 17, 1882
• How did Rizal describe Point Galle?

  Picturesque but lonely, quiet, and sad
• What are the key locations Rizal traveled to after Ceylon?

  • Colombo
  • Suez Canal
  • Port Said
  • Naples
  • Marseilles
• What did Rizal admire about Naples?

  The panoramic beauty by the bay
• When did Rizal reach Marseilles?

  On the night of June 12, 1882
• What significant site did Rizal visit in Marseilles?

  CHATEAU D'IF
• Who was imprisoned at CHATEAU D'IF?

  Dante, the hero of Count of Monte Cristo
• When did Rizal secretly leave the Philippines?

  On May 3, 1882
• Who knew about Rizal's departure from the Philippines?

  Only his brother Paciano, two sisters, and a few close friends
• Why did Rizal's parents not approve of his departure?

  They feared for his safety
• What were the main reasons for Rizal's journey abroad?

  • To gain knowledge and experience
  • To escape potential dangers in the Philippines
  • To observe different cultures and societies