Why was the Pledge of Allegiance written?

• A. To celebrate the 400th Anniversary of Columbus's discovery of America
• B. To promote school unity
• C. To pledge loyalty to the flag
• D. To commemorate Independence Day

Answer: (A)

The main idea is understanding the historical reason the pledge was created. In 1892, to mark the 400th anniversary of Columbus’s voyage, educators launched a nationwide effort to foster patriotism in schools. The Pledge of Allegiance was written as part of that movement, giving students a shared way to express loyalty to the nation as they learned about its history. So the best reason is that it was written to celebrate Columbus’s 400th anniversary and promote national unity in education. While the pledge today is a standard expression of loyalty to the flag, its origin centers on marking that anniversary, not specifically on celebrating Independence Day.