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If you were alive during the Spanish Colonial Period, what message would you tell the Katipuneros?

In three (3) to seven (7) sentences, write a letter to the Katipunan expressing your own thoughts. At least one (1) sentence should contain a paradox or an oxymoron. Identify the figures of speech used.

Write your last name and first name as the subject of your post. (ex. DELA CRUZ, JUAN)

Additional instructions: No, you don't need to add a photo like this, but if the time permits, you can. But be sure it is related to Katipunan or the Spanish Colonial Era.

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Know that your courage in the face of oppression will forever etch your names in the tapestry of resistance, among the echoes of tyranny and the chains that bind. Like the powerful rivers, your indomitable spirit will create a road to emancipation through the most difficult terrain. You stand as beacons of hope, Men work together whether they work together or apart defying the odds, with unity as your sword and the fire of justice in your hearts. Remember that even the darkest night must give way to the light of a new day in your pursuit of liberty. Your sacrifice now will nourish the soil of a better tomorrow, and together, we will triumph over the tribulations of the Spanish tyranny and usher in the dawn of Filipino independence.

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Katipunan, we are terribly thanking you for protecting and fighting for this country against the Kastila.we are also thanking you for making this country a better place for all of our people to live in peace we are also thanking you for trying your hardest and always protecting us and giving it your all to us

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To the Katipuneros,

We sincerely appreciate and admire the brave Katipuneros who fought and sacrificed for our country's freedom. Your courage, selflessness, the willingness to put your lives on the line for the greater good, and the act of cruel kindness will always be in our hearts. Your unwavering commitment to fighting for our individuals' rights and dignity is still inspiring, and it resonates with us today as we strive to build a better future for the coming generations. Your dedication serves as a reminder of the strength and resilience of the Filipino spirit, and we are forever grateful for your service.

- Filipina student from UST-EHS

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I would remind the Katipuneros of the importance of unity and sacrifice for the greater good. Despite the challenges they face, I would encourage them to never give up, as "one step backwards may be a step forward" in the grand scheme of things. The paradox of "one step backwards" being a way to move forward illustrates the notion of how things may seem counterintuitive to achieving success. This message serves as an inspiration for the Katipuneros to continue fighting for their cause and never losing hope, even when the odds seem insurmountable.

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My dear Katipuneros,

I know that our nation has been oppressed by the Spanish colonizers for far too long, and the urge to break free is stronger than ever. However, I urge you to think carefully before taking any rash actions. The path to independence is a long and difficult one, and the sacrifices required may be greater than we can imagine. Let us not allow ourselves to be consumed by anger and hatred, but instead, let us strive for a future of unity and progress.

May our spirits be as fierce as our courage, and may our actions be guided by reason and compassion. May the Philippines soon be free from the shackles of colonialism, and may our people thrive as one under the banner of revolution.

Sincerely,

A fellow Filipino

In the above letter, the oxymoron "fierce courage" is used in a figurative, and rhetorical way to emphasize the need for both strength and discipline in the fight for independence. It also uses a rhetorical question "let us not allow ourselves to be consumed by anger and hatred" to advise the katipuneros to not let themselves become blind with rage, but to always consider the consequences of their actions.

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I am aware that the Katipuneros are men who are courageous. You are men who built a revolutionary society that led us to freedom from the Spaniards. It is indeed a rebelious act oppose the Spanish rule. Which to me is a silent scream of a strong desire of freedom. You all played a pivotal role for the Philippines' fight for independence, freedom and peace.

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To Katipuneros,

You all have sacrificed your lives for the freedom of each filipino in our country. The bittersweet of each death truly showed us your love and care for the Philippines. Your task was completely unfinished yet you gave your all.

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To the Katipunero’s

Please do not start a war between the spaniards your fight between them could be pretty ugly considering the spaniards have guns and you all have bolo knifes.

But for the sake of our country you all need to fight the spaniards for our country’s independence and righteousness for our people because I know you all love them and I also love my people. I don’t encourage you all to fight them but once all your plans and secrets have been revealed I suggest you keep safe all your plans because you need to expect the unexpected.

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Manalo, Julian Zachary

In 1892 Filipinos interested in the overthrow of Spanish rule founded an organization following Masonic rites and principles to organize armed resistance and terrorist assassinations within a context of total secrecy. It operated as an alternative Filipino government complete with a president and cabinet. When Andrés Bonifacio assumed control over the organization, it became much more aggressive. With the Grito de Balintawak, the Philippine revolution began. Filipinos ripped up their tax and citizenship documents and started fighting through Luzon. Emilio Jacinto commanded Katipunan's troops in several decisive struggle where both sides sustained major losses. The Katipunan movement frightened the Spanish and their supporters in the country. Consequently, the authorities arrested or exiled some 4,000 rebels, not to mention the myriad executions. At this time, the Filipinos were by no means united; Emilio Aguinaldo served as president of the insurgent government while José Rizal headed the Liga Filipina.

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To the Katipunero's,

I would like to remind them the importance of sacrifice for the good. They faced a lot of challenges, they have sacrificed their lives for our freedom. I would like to tell them that their bittersweet of each death really showed their care for our country. I want like to tell them to be safe because you really need to expect the unexpected happenings.

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To the Katipuneros,

Thank you for sacrificing yourselves for us, risking your lives to keep us safe and free. We thank you for your courage and bravery. Even though you were to lose your life, you still fought through it because it was the beginning of the end. It may be your life's end, but you helped people have new beginnings; you helped them have freedom. I hope you know what you did for our country and saved us. Again, We thank you for what you have done for us, thank you.

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To the Katipunan,

Thank you for all your efforts to make the Philippines a free country. When learning about your painfully beautiful story, it made me appreciate all the honorable sacrifices you have committed. However, if I know one thing about your actual hardships, I would nothing. I won’t know how truly hard it is to go against dangerous people. Please acknowledge that what you did was not in vain. Today, Philippines is a free country. However, if I could go back in time, I would stop you from doing any reckless things against Aguinaldo. I would warn you that being against him would mean your downfall.  I would warn you about what is about to come and to prepare. So maybe, we would have the chance to achieve the longed for freedom we deserve in a more earlier point of time.

-Student From UST EHS

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Dear Katipunan, Do not be discouraged when facing fierce battles with the Spaniards. We seek unity and strength within our country, yet we are fought against because of our land. But remember that this is only the beginning of an end. So do not quit yet. Continue to fight with bravery and fervor for the sake of our motherland, and all your efforts into making the Philippines an independent country are duly respected. I am thankful for all of you fighting in vain for the future of the Filipinos so that we may live in peace without oppression and freely show off our culture and traditions. And I am proud that because of all your sacrifices and hardships that you made, now we are finally a free country.

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I would like to give my admirable message to the Katipuneros if I were living during the Spanish Colonial Period. As a Filipino, I am proud of all the Katipuneros who gave their lives to free us from the Spaniards. Katipuneros have the same bravery as tigers. Their death represents both the end and the beginning. It signifies that the lives of the Katipuneros come to an end, but the lives of Filipinos begin. Thank you so much for all you've given up for our freedom.

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Dear, Katipuneros

I've been aware of your duty and actions. Even though, it was a pretty absurd/ugly war. Maybe you should have thought this through. At the very least we still have our freedom. It was hard to get our freedom before. You still fought back. Find and know your enemies weak spots. Show them what the Katipuneros are made of. Work together whether they work together or apart to stop the fight. But always remember, look for a bright light. That light will guide you to victory and peace. I appreciate that you are here to provide us the freedom we needed for many years. Thank you for the Katipuneros who sacrificed their own lives just for us. In this letter, I really do want to show my gratitude to you heroes.

Though I may not be there to stop nor warn you about what's coming, this also serves as a reminder to those who may read this. You are one of the heroes whom wanted to save our land. I would know nothing about how it feels to fight the Spaniards. But one things for sure, you gave us a few important lessons to share. You don't know how much you have contributed to our fellow Filipinos.

Sincerely,

your fellow Filipino, a student from UST EHS

The consist of two paradox. First, "pretty absurd/ugly" is used to just simply explain, rhetorically speaking; to say something much less offensive for some people. Secondly, "Work together whether they work together or apart" by Robert Frost. An uplifting and inspiring message, then they need not to ever feel alone again. :))

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To: Andres Bonifacio and the Katipunan

Your bravery in acting as rebels and architects of our country’s freedom is outstanding. What you established encouraged peace and gave people a haven from Spanish tyranny. In your rebellion, you cultivated our history. It is crucial to be willing to make sacrifices for the greater good. Remember that unity and collective strength can guide the way whenever there are challenges. You, the Katipuneros, had an unforgettable impact on the Philippines’ journey towards freedom and independence. I am profoundly grateful for your and the Katipuneros’ noble efforts and selfless sacrifices to make the Philippines a liberated country. Your bravery and unity gives us inspiration to overcome difficulties and find the freedom we long for. Keep on fighting with determination and courage, never lose hope.

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To the Katipuneros,

Thank you for protecting us against the Spaniards who invaded our country. You will always be remembered for standing up for us and sacrificing your lives for the country. Thanks to you Katipuneros our country became awfully safe and free from the colonizers.

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Dear Katipuneros,
During Spanish rule, I'm with you in your fight for freedom. Your rebellion shakes the wrong treatment like a powerful and quiet storm. Your unity is a solid and fearless message against the Spaniards as you face challenging times together. Thank you for standing together against the tough times, being strong when things were difficult, and showing us the freeway to the Philippines. I can only hope your fight for our independence doesn't resort to violence but rather through peaceful means; when you demonstrate your bravery, know that your sacrifices mean something. With much respect, I'm standing with you, Katipuneros, in making the Philippines an accessible place.

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To our brave and valiant heroes,

Thank you for fighting hard to protect our countrymen’s freedom, this is only the beginning of the end.

Even with how daunting the task or our goal is, the Katipunan will always stand firm amidst the challenges it faces. All of us are absolutely unsure of the result of this battle for our independence. In thoughts and in prayers, I will continue to support your cause.

Recently, I’ve learned more about your honorary president, Dr. Jose Rizal, this concept he quoted in both his novels “the pen is mightier than the sword” was quite inspiring to me. However, it is an open secret that a lot of Filipinos find Dr. Rizal’s work to be a call for revolution.

Hopefully, this letter will safely reach you and inspire the Katipunan or at least keep the morale up. I hope with all my heart that we drive out the Spaniards once and for all. After all, in this war we are facing, the only constant is change. Godspeed.

The paradoxes I used for this letter are:
-the beginning of the end
- the pen is mightier than the sword
-the only constant is change

The oxymorons I used for this letter are:
- absolutely unsure
- open secret

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To the Katipunan,

Thank you to the wise fool things that you have done for our country to be free, You are men who are strong and brave. You are the men who led us to freedom from the Spaniards. You are the Living dead in our lives. We sincerely cherish the bravery of each one of you. However, I wouldn’t recommend doing reckless things against Aguinaldo. But you have done it for the sake of our country’s freedom and righteousness.

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To the Katipunero's

Thank you for all the things that you have done to our country. A person with a noble character values honor above sel-interest, while a person with a base character values self-interest above honor. The Filipino people have always proved themselves bigger than their leaders. Filipino leaders may come and Filipino leaders may go, but not the Filipino people who will continue treading on towards the one destiny the God of Nation has designated for them.

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To all our brave Katipuneros, thank you very much for all your blood, sweat and tears. It seems that your group and the Spaniards are fighting like cats and dogs for a long time. I know you may think that War is Peace. However, there is no winner in wars but only losers. And even if the battle won’t be finished completely, I appreciate everything that you do for our country. Know that your efforts will not be wasted forever. Kudos for fighting!!

Paradox : War is Peace Figure of speech: Metaphor – blood, sweat, tears Simile - fighting like cats and dogs

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I, Justine Dela Cruz, a visitor from the future, stand in amazement of your unwavering dedication to your goal as you bravely fight for freedom. This is a message for your bravery. We Filipinos are very proud of you all for  defending the country and for trying to achieve freedom or "Kalayaan". Under the chaos of colonial rule, your bravery shines like an old gem. Remember that the strength of the pen or words can be just as strong as the power of the sword as you progress toward independence. Because they contain the potential to reawaken a nation's dormant spirit, let your words serve as the compass that directs your actions. We truly thank you for awakening Nationalism in the hearts of the Filipinos. Keep the light of hope alive because the dawn of freedom is never truly out of reach, even in the darkest of nights.

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Dear members of the Katipunan,

In the darkness of our clandestine revolution, our silent uproar echoes with a deafening whisper, uniting us in our divided unity.

Yours in paradoxical solidarity,

Erin

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Dear Katipuneros,

I am writing this to let it be known that I admire your passion and desire for independence. We, the future generation, thank you for all the effort and hard work you’ve done for our nation. You’re bravery has given us freedom. Go on and fight for our independence. Yet, please consider this, violence is the path for freedom, yet it’s also destructive. The Philippines is proud, independent nation, because of all you’ve done.

- Yours truly, an EHS student

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Dear Katipuneros,

Thank you for your service. Without your fierce cold hearts to oir enemies, our writers like Joze Rizal might die. I am really thankful for your dedication to save our country, Philippines.

Sincerely, Joaquin Philip E. Villalino

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To the Katipuneros,

Thank you for all your hard work and effort to free our country from the Spaniards. All those bloody fights and sleepless nights were all worth it, for the Philippines is now a free country. We can now choose what suits our people; we have the right to vote, protest, and express our thoughts and feelings. I want to remind you always to be kind and stay focused on your goal, to use your skills in fighting for good and not for your benefit. Maintain a good relationship with your peers, for the bitter-sweet taste of unity will help us achieve the freedom we deserve. Let me warn you about being oblivious because of power, which led to the Katipunan's downfall. With that, my final message is to think before you act so that you will not make a mistake and cause complications in your mission.

-Theresa, a student of the UST EHS

Figures of speech used: oxymoron

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To our dearest Katipuneros, no words can we Filipinos ever express how grateful we are for the generosity, bravery, courage and admiration that was gave. There are so many things to say and one of them is thank you, for sacrificing your precious lives just for us.

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To the Katipuneros,

I am writing this from your future. I would love to say that thank you for being brave, by protecting our country at all cost. Thankyou for putting all your efforts just to protect our country from the Spanish Colonization. Thank you for sacrificing your lives just for the future of our country. Remember, this is just the beginning of an end. Do not give up nor quit. I know that people from your future will surely appreciate all the things you did and the ones you will do. They will surely praise you for your efforts and bravery.

-A Filipina student you once saved from your bravery.

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Dear Katipuneros,

I always wanted to thank you for what you did bravely for us. You protected our land, and we are grateful for that! We thank you for being brave just to defend our land.

Sincerely, Nathan

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To the katipuneros.

I am grateful for your sacrifices for us, as you risk your lives of us and do many more sacrifices. I am thankful for it. Katipuneros, you should also be careful with the things that may happen in life. Life is unpredictable.

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To the katipuneros,

I would like to thank you for being so brave to fight for our country from the Spaniards. All your hard work, blood, sweat, and tears paid off. I can't even describe the fact that, as a filipino, I am so proud of my past people. You guys sacrificed your life and efforts just to save our country for them. You have taught me so much, to be brave and to fight for myself. I will take this as a lesson to never give up and to continue fighting and to live my life the fullest.

Sincerely, an inspired student from UST EHS

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Dear Katipuneros,

As a Filipino citizen, I want to thank you for your bravery and protecting our nation. Your bravery is awfully amazing, it's astonishing. The way you saved Filipino's is a great deed that we are forever grateful for. We will always acknowledge your bravery and courage to fight for the sake of the future of The Philippines.

Sincerely,

A fellow Filipino

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Oh my dear Katipuneros

iknow our country has been conquered 3 times and when the time that we are conquered by spanish, you our dear Katipuneros stood up for the sake of our freedom. You my dear katipuneros wanted a Friendly Fight but you and your fellow katipuneros can’t take the abusing of the spanish and exploiting your lives thats why i just wanted to say that what you did is right and heart melting because you katipuneros stood up for our country and if i were alive in that year/situation i would do it also thats why i idolize katipuneros because of their courage to stand up for our country wishing you all in heaven doing great and guide us and bless us with your strength and courage.

Sincerely a grade 7 EHS student fighting in real life challenges

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Dear Katipunan,

I extend my deepest gratitude to the members of the Katipunan for their unwavering commitment to the principles of unity, love for country, self-discipline, justice, and education, which not only paved the way for Philippine independence but continue to inspire us to collectively strive for environmental conservation, sustainability, and equitable access to resources.

Sincerely,

Esparrago, Zean

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Dear katipuneros, me and the rest of the people from our nation deeply thank you for all the greatness and courage you have given for our country. You have been cruel, but only to be kind so that your dear people could know what freedom feels like. We filipinos from this generation admire and cherish all the things that the Katipunan has done for us. We respect all of you, our heroes.

- Hannah Portillo

Figures of speech used : paradox

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Dear Katipunan,

As I write this letter, my thoughts are consumed by a deep sense of admiration and reverence for the ideals you express. You are the expression of courage, resilience, and unwavering determination. If I know one thing, it's that I know nothing, the sacrifices you have made and the struggles you have endured inspire me to push the boundaries of what is possible. In a world often marred by injustice and inequality, you are the beacon of hope that reminds us of our collective power to effect change. It is an honor to be part of this noble cause, and I pledge my unwavering commitment to stand by your side in the pursuit of a brighter future for all.

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Dear katipunero's thank you, for your significant role in Philippine history, fighting for freedom and independence. Your bravery and sacrifice inspire gratitude and admiration.

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I thank you for your revolution against the Spanish. Because of the peacful chaos (oxymoron) against the Spanish from the weapons and people fighting and shouting, to the lives of people in their home, safe and sound. I deeply thank your eternal and thoughtful sacrifices you have made to make sure that We, the generations will be at peace and not worrying about anything.