Directions: Former President Jose P. Laurel’s family dream

sounded to be so good. Below are statements extracted from his

speech, judge whether these promises are likely to be realized or not.

Explain the possible causes of successes or failures of these goals. Write

your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. In this critical period of our history, we need the heart, the soul, and

the vigor of the youth of our land to help us build our country on the

most enduring basis of brotherhood and solidarity of all Filipinos.

2. The youth of the land may be not only a strong factor in supporting this

government and in making this Republic an enduring nation but also

so that with the help and cooperation and loyalty of the Filipino youth,

we may be in a position to transmit as a heritage to future generations

a country, a people, compact and united in the bonds of a common

affection.
As ye sow, so shall ye reap. Are the Filipino young men and women of

today sowing the seeds of peace and prosperity so that they will reap

the fruits of progress and tranquility?

4. The Republic is not of this generation to keep, but it is particularly for

the young generation and future generations to preserve and to enjoy.

5. “You do not know how to sacrifice the present for a useful, fruitful

future.”​