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Published on Nov 22, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

WHY I WRITE IN MY MOTHER TONGUE

SHERMA E. BENOSA

INTRODUCTION

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  • "Why Ilocano?"
  • Limiting readership
  • Prestigious languages
  • Why Vernacular?

SUPPORTING POINTS

"I think it is great to be able to write in my own language."

"I want to contribute to the Ilocano literature, and ultimately, to the national literature."

"I feel I owe it to the younger generations to join hands with other Ilocano writers in providing them with materials mirroring their culture and speaking their tongue."

"I don't want my mother tongue to be lost in oblivion."

CONCLUSION

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  • Limited readership: Translation
  • Main goal: Contribute
  • Appreciate > Look down
  • Continue writing in Ilocano while dabbling in English
  • People to know better.