Usage Examples Past Simple vs. Past Continuous

• Paula was running when the storm started. -
• You weren't dancing at noon yesterday. -
• The bird was singing in the garden when the cat attacked it. -
• Were they smiling when they saw you? -
• What were you doing at eight o'clock last night? -
• Where was Rob going when he lost his phone? -
• Bob was waiting for me for two hours yesterday. -
• Someone took a picture of Tom while he was sitting on a bench. -
• I was studying at the library all day yesterday. -
• My mother bought a new bag yesterday. -
• I wanted to call my mum but I called you instead. -
• I broke my leg when I was skiing. -
• Which shop did Tom go yesterday? -
• I went to Tokyo last month. -
• My best friend graduated from the university in June. -
• Who was Alessia talking to when you saw her? -
• Why were you crying when I met you? -
• Susie was watching a film when she heard the noise. -
• We were playing tennis when Alex hurt his wrist. -
• My granddad went to see a doctor on Friday. -