Usage Examples Past Simple vs. Past Continuous

• Someone took a picture of Tom while he was sitting on a bench. -
• What were they doing when you arrived at the party? -
• Was Anna having a shower when an earthquake began? -
• Where was Rob going when he lost his phone? -
• Susie was watching a film when she heard the noise. -
• Bob was waiting for me for two hours yesterday. -
• Was your grandmother working when she met your grandfather? -
• My granddad went to see a doctor on Friday. -
• Why were you crying when I met you? -
• The town was changing quickly. -
• The children were playing in the park when it started to rain. -
• When I walked into the room, they were dancing. -
• What were you doing at eight o'clock last night? -
• Emma called me when I was sitting on the train. -
• I wanted to call my mum but I called you instead. -
• My mother bought a new bag yesterday. -
• I was studying at the library all day yesterday. -
• I was standing in the line when I saw Mary. -
• Were they studying at this time yesterday? -
• While I was walking to the university, I witnessed an accident. -