Arboleda, Lady Christine C.

II - A APDEV

ACTIVITIES

Family Tree Continuum-Construct Rizal’s family tree incorporating timeline

continuum starting from ancestors of his parents.

DOMINGO LAM-CO
- A Chinese immigrant and business tycoon Don Domingo Lamco (Chinese name: Cue Yi-Lam) of
Laguna was the great-great grandfather of Jose Rizal. Lamco is originally from Amoy China who
came to the Philippines in the mid 17th century.

INES DE LA ROSA
- Great-great-grandmother of Jose Rizal. She is the wife of Domingo Lam-co. She belonged to an
entrepreneurial family in Binondo. Ines was the daughter of Agustin Chin-co and Jacinta Rafaela,
a Chinese mestiza resident of the Parian.

FRANCISCO MERCADO
- Son of Domingo and Ines, who resided in Biñan. In 1771, Francisco Mercado married Cirila
Bernacha, And was elected gobernadorcillo of Biñan. He is the great-grandfather of Rizal.

CIRILIA BERNACHA
- Wife of Francisco, a Chinese-Filipino mestiza Born in the Hacienda San Pedro Tunasan.

JUAN MERCADO
- Son of Francisco and Cirila, and he is the grandfather of Rizal. He married Cirila Alejandro and
had thirteen children, was also elected gobernadorcillo of Biñan. On many occasions, “Captain
Juan”, as his town mates Referred to him, was the hermano mayor in religious and social affairs.

CIRILIA ALEJANDRO
- Wife of Juan Mercado, a Chinese-Filipinomestiza, and grandmother of Rizal.Born in Biñan,
Laguna, Philippines on 1769.Daughter of Juan Siong-Co and Maria Gonio.

EUGENIO URSUA
- Great-great-grandfather of Jose Rizal.He was of Japanese ancestry.He married a Filipina named
Benigna.

BENIGNA
- Wife of Eugenio Ursua, great-great-grandmother of Rizal.Had one daughter namesd Regina de
Quintos (born Ursua).
REGINA URSUA
- The daughter of Eugenio and Benigna.Was of Spanish, Chinese and Tagalog ancestry. She is
sometimes referred to as an Ochoa.Married Manuel de Quintos.

MANUEL DE QUINTOS
- A Filipino-Chinese lawyer from Pangasinan. Great-grandfather of Jose Rizal in mother’s side

BRIGIDA QUINTOS
- Daughter of Manuel and Regina, grandmother of Rizal’s mother's side.Married Lorenzo Alberto
Alonso

LORENZO ALBERTO ALONZO

- A prominent Spanish-Filipino mestizo of Biñan. Father of Teodora, grandfather of Jose Rizal.

TEODORA ALONZO REALONDA

- Mother of Jose Rizal and a wife of Francisco.Born on November 8, 1826 in Manila.Educated at
the College of Santa Rosa(prestigious school for girls in Manila).Taught Jose Spanish language,
made necessary corrections in poem composition and gave good advice in rhetoric.

FRANCISCO MERCADO RIZAL

- Jose Rizal’s Father. Studied Latin and Philosophy at theCollege of San Jose, Manila.Became a
tenant farmer of the Dominican-owned haciendas when his parents died. Born on May 11,
1818. He died in Manila on January 5, 1898, at the age of 80.

SATURNINA HIDALGO y MERCADO

- Eldest of the Rizal children. Her nickname was Neneng. Married Manuel Hidalgo of Batangas

PACIANO MERCADO y ALONZO REALONDA

- Eldest brother of Jose Rizal, the second child.Studied at San Jose College in Manila.Became a
farmer and later a general of thePhilippine Revolution.

NARCISA LOPEZ y MERCADO

- The third child of Rizal’s Family.She married Antonio Lopez at Morong, Rizal; a teacher and
musician.

OLYMPIA UBALDO y MERCADO

- The fourth child of Rizal’s Family.Married Sylvestre Ubaldo, a telegraph operator from Manila.

LUCIA HERBOSO y MERCADO

- The fifth child of Rizal’s Family. Married Matriano Herbosa of Calamba,who was a nephew of
Fr. Casarias.

MARIA MERCADO
- Her nickname was Biang and the sixth child.Married Daniel Faustino Cruz of Binan, Laguna.
JOSE RIZAL
- The second son and the seventh child.Known as Dr. Jose P. RizalHe was executed by the
Spaniards on December 30,1896.He was born on June 19, 1861 at the town of Calamba, Laguna.

CONCEPCION MERCADO
- The eighth child of Rizal’s Family. She died of sickness at 3.Her death was the first sorrow of
Jose Rizal.

JOSEFA MERCADO
- The ninth child. She died an old maid at the age of 80.

TRINIDAD MERCADO
- The tenth child.Also died an old maid at the age of 83 and the last of the family to die.

SOLEDAD MERCADO
- The last and youngest child.Married to Pantaleon Quintero of Calamba.
How well do you know Rizal? Describe our National Hero from A to Z.

Advocate for Reform - Rizal advocated for social and political reforms in the Philippines, aiming
to end Spanish colonial rule and promote equality among Filipinos.

Brilliant Writer - Rizal was a brilliant writer, known for his literary works such as "Noli Me
Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo," which exposed the injustices of Spanish colonial rule and
inspired nationalism among Filipinos.

Courageous - Rizal showed great courage in confronting the injustices of Spanish colonialism,
risking his own safety for the sake of his country and people.

Dedicated Scholar - Rizal was a dedicated scholar who pursued higher education in various
fields, including medicine, literature, and the sciences, both in the Philippines and abroad.

Educator - Rizal believed in the power of education to uplift individuals and society, advocating
for the establishment of schools and educational reforms in the Philippines.

Freedom Fighter - Rizal fought for the freedom of his people from Spanish oppression, using his
writings and actions to inspire resistance against colonial rule.

Gifted Linguist - Rizal was proficient in multiple languages, including Spanish, English, French,
German, and Latin, enabling him to communicate effectively with people from different
backgrounds and cultures.

Heroic Figure - Rizal is revered as a national hero in the Philippines for his selfless dedication to
the Filipino cause and his ultimate sacrifice for the country's freedom.

Intellectual Visionary - Rizal had a visionary intellect, foreseeing the future of the Philippines as
a sovereign nation free from colonial domination.

Just - Rizal advocated for justice and equality for all Filipinos, regardless of social status,
ethnicity, or religion, envisioning a society based on fairness and inclusivity.

Knowledgeable - Rizal possessed a vast knowledge of various subjects, ranging from history and
politics to literature and the arts, which he used to enlighten and inspire his fellow Filipinos.

Loving Son - Rizal deeply loved his parents, particularly his mother, Teodora Alonso, whose
influence played a significant role in shaping his character and ideals.

Multifaceted Genius - Rizal was a multifaceted genius, excelling not only in literature but also in
the fields of medicine, philosophy, ethnography, and more.

Nationalist - Rizal was a fervent nationalist who believed in the inherent dignity and sovereignty
of the Filipino people, striving to awaken their national consciousness and pride.

Opponent of Tyranny - Rizal vehemently opposed tyranny and oppression in all its forms,
advocating for liberty, democracy, and the rule of law.

Patriot - Rizal was a true patriot who dedicated his life to the service of his country, willing to
sacrifice everything for the freedom and welfare of the Filipino nation.

Questioner of Authority - Rizal was not afraid to question authority and challenge the status
quo, demanding accountability and transparency from those in power.

Renaissance Man - Rizal embodied the spirit of a Renaissance man, with his diverse talents,
intellectual pursuits, and humanitarian ideals.

Symbol of Filipino Identity - Rizal symbolizes the essence of Filipino identity, representing the
resilience, intelligence, and dignity of the Filipino people.

Talented Artist - Rizal was a talented artist, skilled in painting, sculpture, and poetry, expressing
his thoughts and emotions through various creative mediums.

Unifier - Rizal sought to unify the Filipino people, transcending regional, ethnic, and cultural
differences to forge a collective identity based on shared history and aspirations.

Voice of Reason - Rizal was a voice of reason in tumultuous times, advocating for peaceful
reforms and dialogue as the path towards progress and social justice.

Writer Extraordinaire - Rizal's literary works remain timeless masterpieces that continue to
inspire and educate generations of Filipinos about their history, culture, and identity.

Xenophile - Rizal had a deep appreciation for other cultures and peoples, fostering
understanding and respect across cultural boundaries.

Youthful Spirit - Rizal maintained a youthful spirit of idealism, optimism, and curiosity
throughout his life, inspiring others to pursue their dreams and aspirations.

Zealous Advocate for Change - Rizal was a zealous advocate for change, tirelessly working
towards the transformation of Philippine society into a more just, enlightened, and free nation.
Exercise 3. Identification ( 10 points )

1. Rizal's great grandfather from his father’s side

- Domingo Lam-co

2. Rizal's grandfather from his mother’s side

- Lorenzo Alberto Alonso

3. The religious order which practically owned the calamba town during rizal’s time
- Dominicans

4. Rizal's great grandfather from his ’s mother’s side

- Eugenio Ursua

5. Rizal's grandfather from his father’s side

- Don Juan Lam-co

6. A term used during rizal’s time to refer to a middle class

- Illustrados

7. The privileged class in calamba where Rizal’s family belonged.

- Principalia

8. Rizal’s main family business.

- The main family business of José Rizal's family was agriculture, primarily focused on
cultivating crops like sugarcane, coconut, rice, and fruit trees, along with raising livestock
such as carabaos and horses.

9. Rizal’s sister from whom he learned the value of sisterly love.

- Saturnina Hidalgo Y Mercado

10. The novel dedicated by Rizal to the memory of the martyred priests gomez, Burgos and
Zamora.
- Noli Me Tangere