YOUTH SPEAKS

Amador T. Daguio


We voice no apologies.

We were caused by our time.

What we say happened to us.

Who have dared cold horizons.

So we say to you all:

We, too, have tasks to perform.


What if we are not of the privileged?

We love our country even much more

Perhaps than those who wallow in security.

If we denounce wrongs, know that

Our cry begs for our need?

We do not wreck; we wish to perform.

To plan proud blooms that will live-

Allow us then; give us your trust.


1.What is the purpose of the author in writing the poem?

2. How did the author present the material that made you conclude about its purpose? Cite some instances.



(Specific Answers please. Thank you.)