I pledge allegiance
to the flag
of the United States of America
and to the Republic
for which it stands,
one Nation under God,
indivisible,
with liberty
and justice for all
What do the words mean?
Pledge: a solemn promise
Allegiance: loyalty to a person or a cause
Republic: government which elects
representatives to make decisions for the nation
Which it stands: the Flag as a reminder,
or a symbol of our country
Nation: a community of people who share
same history, customs, and country
Indivisible: cannot be divided
Liberty: freedom from unjust government
control
Justice: fair treatment