Write About a Difficult Decision
Learn to explain a difficult decision by presenting the situation, options, reasons, final choice, and reflection.
Study the structure and model before completing the three exercises.
Write a reflective paragraph that compares options, explains reasons, reports the final decision, and evaluates the result.
Model text
Last year, I had to decide whether to accept a new job in another city. The position offered better pay and more responsibility, but moving meant leaving my friends and familiar routine. I spent several days comparing the advantages and disadvantages. I also spoke to my family and asked people who had moved for work about their experience. Finally, I decided to accept the offer because I wanted a new challenge. The first months were difficult, but the decision helped me become more independent and confident. Looking back, I think it was the right choice. I still miss my old life sometimes, but the move gave me valuable new opportunities.
How to write
I had to decide whether...
On the one hand...
On the other hand...
The advantage was...
The disadvantage was...
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Use clear topic sentences and support them with specific details.
Connect ideas with words such as because, however, for example, although, finally when they fit the task.
Explain why, add an example, or show a result.
Use a mix of simple and longer sentences, but keep every sentence easy to understand.
At B1, your reader should be able to follow the text from beginning to end without guessing how the ideas connect.
Specific details and reasons make your writing stronger than general statements.
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Write About a Difficult Decision
Learn to explain a difficult decision by presenting the situation, options, reasons, final choice, and reflection.
Write about 100–110 words and develop your ideas clearly.
Write about a difficult decision you made. Explain the options, what influenced your choice, what you decided, and how you feel about it now.
- Describe the decision clearly.
- Mention at least two options or sides.
- Include advantages or disadvantages.
- Explain what influenced you.
- State the final decision and reason.
- Reflect on the result.
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