Truisms are statements presented as facts that are supposed to
be self-evident or understood through
common sense. Some
truisms, such as Yogi Berra's quip that "You can observe a lot by
watching," seem quite true. Other truisms, however, such as "A
penny saved is a penny earned," may no longer be as valid today
las they once were. Identify a truism that you have heard or read
many times that is worth defending, qualifying, or challenging.
Compose a thesis statement that you might use for an essay
larguing your position on why the truism iS worth defending,
qualifying, or challenging. Then, provide a list of evidence from
your reading, experience, or observations. Construct brief
commentary for each piece of evidence. .
