Answer:
A. allusion
Explanation:
The excerpt from the speech is an example of allusion.
Allusion actually refers to a reference which is usually made to a person, thing, event, place, etc with which whoever is reading it should be familiar with.
What the author refers to can either be real or imaginary but must be something the reader is familiar with. The referencing can range from anything fiction, to historical events, etc.
In this excerpt from the speech, the speaker makes allusion to a promissory note and a check. The speaker refers to what America was to do, her obligation as a promissory note.
Therefore, Option A is the correct answer.
