Vocabulary
What does the word pledge mean in this sentence? I pledge not to stay up late on school nights.
A an agreement to do something
B a story with a surprise ending
C an old book that is valuable
D an unusual song with no words
A an agreement to do something
The following question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A We say the Pledge of Allegiance because it
A helps us to win in sports competitions.
B shows our respect for our country.
C is an example of freedom of speech.
D demonstrates that our country is a republic.
Part B Which sentence from the selection best supports your answer for Part A?
A You may say or hear it at your school.
B In the United States, we are free to think and speak however we want.
C Repeating the pledge is one way to show respect for the United States.
D A republic is a country run by leaders who are elected through voting.
B shows our respect for our country.
C Repeating the pledge is one way to show respect for the United States.
What does it mean to have a voice in government in a republic?
we can elect leaders to be our voice
What does the word bond mean in this sentence? My cat and I have a loving bond.
A a place to live
B a silly moment
C a feeling shared with others
D one moment
C a feeling shared with others
When we say the Pledge of Allegiance, we promise to be loyal to
A Independence Day.
B our national song.
C elected representatives.
D the flag and country.
D the flag and country.
What does the word indivisible mean in the Pledge of Allegiance?
we are one nation
What is a synonym for justice in this sentence? A strong system of justice helps everyone.
A manufacturing
B business
C entertainment
D fairness
D fairness
In the United States, we have many freedoms, as long as we
A don’t hurt others.
B say the Pledge of Allegiance.
C vote for our representatives.
D thank veterans.
A don’t hurt others.
Why do we honor veterans?
They serve and protect our country
What does the word efficiently most likely mean in this sentence? Mika worked efficiently to finish her chores.
A talking about things with her friends
B getting things done without great effort
C listening to music at the same time
D moving things around in the house
B getting things done without great effort
The selection says that a good way to honor veterans is to
A say thank you.
B repeat the Pledge of Allegiance.
C sing a patriotic song.
D go to an Independence Day celebration.
A say thank you.
What do we celebrate on Independence Day?
The day America broke free
What does the word values mean in this sentence? The people had values that made the town a good place to live.
A small but pretty houses
B nice stores with good prices
C small parks on every street
D ideas people think are good
D ideas people think are good
How is italic print used in this selection?
A It shows all the words in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B It shows words that are explained in the selection.
C It shows the words that describe holidays.
D It shows words that are patriotic.
B It shows words that are explained in the selection.
Match each word with another word that means about the same thing.
pledge fairness
indivisible freedom
liberty promise
justice together
pledge promise
indivisible together
liberty freedom
justice fairness