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# telc C1 Written Expression – Writing a Structured Text

> How to write the text in telc C1 Written Expression: choose 1 of 2 topics, argue, structure. Structure, useful phrases and a worked example with answer.

## Key takeaways

- Choose 1 of 2 topics and write around 250 words – a structured statement.
- Structure: introduction – body (weigh arguments) – conclusion (opinion, summary).

- Task type: Statement / essay
- Focus: Written Expression

## What this part tests

In this part you produce a longer text yourself: around 250 words. You choose between two topics – usually a thesis or question on society, education, technology or work – and write a statement or essay. You have 70 minutes.

Three things are decisive: you treat the topic fully and in a differentiated way (task fulfillment), you build and connect the text clearly (communicative design: introduction, body, conclusion, connectors) and you write correct, formal C1 German (accuracy). There are 48 points in total.

The most common point losses: no clear structure, one-sided instead of balanced argumentation, vocabulary that’s too simple, or a register that’s too colloquial. Whoever collects arguments first, structures clearly and uses demanding phrases writes convincingly.

**What you practice:** Structuring a text, Differentiated argumentation, Formal register & connectors

## How to approach it

1. Read both topics and choose the one you have more arguments for.
2. Collect arguments for and against in note form and order them.
3. Plan the structure: introduction (topic, thesis), body (weigh arguments), conclusion (opinion, summary).
4. Write the text and connect the arguments with demanding connectors.
5. Justify your own opinion and draw a clear conclusion.
6. Check at the end: around 250 words, clear structure, formal register, correct language?

## Example task with answer

A short example in the same format: the task and an extract showing structure and argumentation.

**Aufgabe:** Schreiben Sie eine Stellungnahme zur These: „Soziale Medien schaden der Gesellschaft mehr, als sie ihr nutzen." Führen Sie das Thema ein, wägen Sie Argumente ab und begründen Sie Ihre Meinung.

- Model extract (introduction + argument):
  - Answer: In den letzten Jahren wird zunehmend diskutiert, welche Rolle soziale Medien in unserer Gesellschaft spielen. Einerseits ermöglichen sie es, über große Entfernungen in Kontakt zu bleiben und Informationen schnell zu verbreiten. Andererseits werden Probleme wie Falschnachrichten und ständige Erreichbarkeit zunehmend kritisiert. Meiner Ansicht nach überwiegen die Vorteile, sofern die Nutzerinnen und Nutzer einen bewussten Umgang erlernen … — The extract introduces the topic factually, weighs up with “einerseits/andererseits” and leads into the writer’s opinion with a reason – exactly what’s expected at C1. Demanding connectors and a formal register carry the text.

## Practice: test yourself

Du schreibst eine Stellungnahme zur These „Homeoffice sollte für alle Beschäftigten zur Pflicht werden".

- Which sentence works well as an introduction?
  - a) Homeoffice ist super, das finde ich auch.
  - b) In den letzten Jahren wird zunehmend diskutiert, ob Homeoffice verpflichtend sein sollte.
  - c) Ich schreibe jetzt über Homeoffice.
  - Answer: b — A good introduction presents the topic factually and names the issue. Option b does exactly that. a is too colloquial and judges too soon, c is empty.

## Common mistakes

- **No clear structure:** Without an introduction, structured body and conclusion you lose points on design. Plan beforehand.
- **One-sided argument:** At C1 weighing up is expected. Name the other side too before justifying your opinion.
- **Vocabulary too simple:** Use demanding connectors and precise vocabulary, not just “und”, “aber”, “auch”.
- **Too colloquial:** Write consistently formally and factually. Avoid colloquial language and hasty judgements.

## Tips

- Plan before writing – five minutes collecting arguments saves you time and structure.
- Learn a set of phrases for introduction, weighing up, opinion and conclusion by heart.
- Always weigh up before you justify your opinion – that shows C1 level.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long should the text be?

Around 250 words. More important than the exact number is that you treat the topic fully and in a differentiated way.

### Do I have to treat both sides of a topic?

Yes, at C1 weighing up is expected. Name arguments for and against before justifying your own opinion.

### How formal do I have to write?

Consistently formal and factual, with precise vocabulary and demanding connectors. Avoid colloquial language.

### How do I get feedback on my text?

The official PDF answer key doesn’t assess writing. At Prepliq a mock scores your text automatically against the official criteria – task fulfillment, communicative design and accuracy.

## Ready for the exam?

[Practice this part on Prepliq](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-c1?action=start&sectionId=Written%20Expression)

[telc C1 Written Expression – Writing a Structured Text](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-c1/writing/part-1)