In this chapter, the plot against the main characters continues to unfold. Generally, in "El Filibusterismo," Rizal critiques the Spanish colonial regime and the Catholic Church through the story of the protagonist, Juan Crisostomo Basilio, also known as Simoun, who seeks reforms.
(sumigaw) Trompo! Trompo! Subukan ang inyong kapalaran! Isang pilak lamang, pihitan ang gulong – baka kayo’y manalo ng gintong singsing! El Filibusterismo Script Kabanata 17
Rizal deliberately chose a perya —a chaotic, transient space—as the setting. Like colonial society, the fair is: In this chapter, the plot against the main
Do not let the love story die. While Simoun sells the lamp, have Isagani and Paulita argue about social climbing. Paulita says, “You love your country more than me.” Isagani replies, “My country is my love.” This heightens the tragedy. In this chapter