Recite the Pledge of Allegiance: Which of the following is the Pledge of Allegiance?

• A. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
• B. I pledge loyalty to the flag of the United States of America.
• C. I pledge to defend the Constitution and country.
• D. I promise to uphold the values of liberty and justice for all.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is recognizing the exact opening wording of the Pledge. The correct option starts with the precise phrase “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.” That exact wording is what identifies the Pledge as it’s traditionally recited, and it’s the line most people would recognize as the pledge itself.

The other options change key words or intent—using “loyalty” instead of “allegiance,” or shifting to defending the Constitution, or framing it as a general promise to uphold liberty and justice. Those lines convey different sentiments and are not the standard opening of the Pledge.