That doesn’t mean you have to scrap
the idea altogether, though. If you can’t find
evidence for the claim that
Americans in general work more and
play less than ever before, you might be able to find
evidence that supports
the assertion on a smaller scale. For
many types of essays, you don’t need the kind of evidence that’s only found
though research. Personal examples supported with specific examples can work if your assignment isn’t a
formal
research paper. You could rework your assertion by reducing its scope and stating the following:
These days, everyone in my family is working more than ever—both at home and at the office.
By using
specific personal examples, facts, and
anecdotes, this type of assertion can have a
legitimate place in your
essay.
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