Patriotic Words and Who Wrote Them
D2.His.11.K-2
Read each song or text, then answer the questions.
The First Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance as Francis Bellamy first published it in 1892. The notes under it were written for this worksheet. I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Notes: In 1923, "my Flag" became "the Flag of the United States." In 1924, the words "of America" were added. In 1954, the words "under God" were added.
- 1. In what year were these words first published?
- 2. What does the Pledge promise for all?
- 3. Is this the Pledge exactly as people say it today? How do you know?
The Words on the Liberty Bell
The words cast on the Liberty Bell, which was made in 1752-53 and hangs in Philadelphia. The note under them was written for this worksheet. Proclaim LIBERTY Throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants thereof Lev. XXV. v X. Note: These words come from the Bible, from the book of Leviticus. "Proclaim" means to announce for everyone to hear.
- 1. In which city does the Liberty Bell hang?
- 2. When was the bell made?
- 3. Who should hear liberty proclaimed?
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