1. **Why is he important?** He is a national hero of the Philippines for advocating reform and independence from Spanish rule.2. **Notable works?** *Noli Me Tangere* and *El Filibusterismo*.3. **When was he born?** June 19, 1861.4. **Where was he born?** Calamba, Laguna, Philippines.5. **Languages he knew?** At least 22, including Spanish, English, and several Philippine languages.6. **Famous for?** His role in the nationalist movement and his literary works.7. **Notable quote?** "The youth is the hope of our future."