Pledge of Allegiance Worksheet
A Grade 5 social studies worksheet focusing on the Pledge of Allegiance, its meaning, and its historical context.
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Pledge of Allegiance Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions require you to write out your answers, while others are multiple choice or true/false.
Fill in the blanks to complete the Pledge of Allegiance.
I pledge allegiance to the of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it , one Nation under God, , with liberty and justice for .
1. What does it mean to "pledge allegiance"?
To promise loyalty and devotion
To say a prayer
To sing a song
To stand quietly
2. When was the original Pledge of Allegiance written?
1776
1812
1892
1945
Indicate whether each statement is True or False.
1. The phrase "under God" has always been a part of the Pledge of Allegiance.
True
False
2. When reciting the Pledge, you should place your right hand over your heart.
True
False
1. In your own words, explain what "liberty and justice for all" means.
2. Why is the Flag of the United States important when reciting the Pledge?
Use the words from the word bank to complete the sentences below.
1. When you say the Pledge, you are showing to your country.
2. The United States is a , meaning citizens elect representatives.
3. The phrase "one Nation " means our country cannot be divided.
4. We salute the as a symbol of our nation.