Describe a difficult thing you did and succeeded.

You should say:

• What it was
• How you overcame the difficulties
• Whether you got help
• And explain how you felt after you succeeded

One difficult thing I did was learning to swim. I was always afraid of water, but I decided to face my fear last summer. At first, it was very hard. I couldn’t even float, and I panicked every time my face went underwater. To overcome this, I started with small steps. I practiced holding my breath in the bathtub, then moved to shallow water in a pool. I also watched YouTube videos to learn techniques. My friend, who is a good swimmer, helped me a lot. She taught me how to relax and move my arms and legs correctly. After weeks of practice, I finally swam across the pool without stopping. I felt so proud of myself! It was a big achievement because I never thought I could do it. The best part was the confidence I gained. Now, I even enjoy swimming in the sea. This experience taught me that with patience and effort, I can overcome any challenge.

Alright, let's break down how to answer this question step by step. First, start by introducing what the difficult thing was—keep it simple, like learning to drive or finishing a tough project. Then, explain how you tackled the problem. Did you practice a lot? Did you break it into smaller steps? Next, mention if someone helped you, like a friend, teacher, or family member. Finally, describe how you felt after succeeding—proud, relieved, or maybe even surprised! Remember to use linking words like 'first,' 'then,' 'after that,' and 'finally' to keep your answer smooth. Also, don’t forget to add details to make it interesting, like how long it took or why it was hard for you. Keep your grammar simple and natural, like you’re talking to a friend. Practice timing yourself to make sure your answer fits into 2 minutes. You got this!

Part 3 Example Question

1. What kinds of things do children feel very hard to do?

2. How can parents encourage children to do something difficult?

3. What kinds of jobs can help people become confident?