LT 3 – 1 Exit Slip – Inauguration Blog

Exit Slip 1

Learning Target 3: I can determine the main idea of a text to be able to compare and the contrast the main idea to the main idea of another text.

Background information to assist you before you read:

President Eisenhower was a five-star general during World War II, before he became president.
President Eisenhower was also the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe during World War II.
President Eisenhower ended his second term as president before U.S. troops were sent to Vietnam to fight.

Definitions:

The main idea tells us what the text is about.

The supporting details help explain the main idea.

1. Read the powerful words from President Dwight Eisenhower and think about what the text is about as you read.

2. After reading, what are some of the important points from President Eisenhower’s Farewell Address?

3.Â Discuss your ideas with a partner or small group of students.

4.Â After your discussion, identify and explain the main idea and details, using evidence from the text to support your thinking.

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