Usage Examples Tenses with Past meaning

• Had you studied Italian before you moved to Milan? -
• I didn't call you yesterday because I was busy. -
• I didn't go anywhere because it was raining. -
• It was a beautiful day, the sun was shining. -
• By the time Doris got to the office, everyone had already gone. -
• I was working when the accident occurred. -
• My mother washed the floor when the painter had already gone. -
• Mary hasn't graduated from the university yet. -
• My husband was always talking about his friends from college. -
• Helen has never been to Norway. -
• Have you ever seen Paul cry? -
• My neighbour asked us if we had seen his dog. -
• I had never seen Joanna laugh before yesterday. -
• Where have I left my phone? -
• Frank was making pizza while Ale was cooking salad. -
• I have seen Anna twice in my life. -
• Did Barry come to your party last week? -
• I was cooking when Josh called. -
• I have written three essays already. -
• We wish you moved to Los Angeles. -