Usage Examples Past Simple vs. Past Continuous

• Where was your cousin born? -
• Emma called me when I was sitting on the train. -
• The children were playing in the park when it started to rain. -
• Where was Rob going when he lost his phone? -
• I was standing in the line when I saw Mary. -
• The bird was singing in the garden when the cat attacked it. -
• When I walked into the room, they were dancing. -
• I was studying at the library all day yesterday. -
• Were they studying at this time yesterday? -
• We were playing tennis when Alex hurt his wrist. -
• The town was changing quickly. -
• My best friend graduated from the university in June. -
• Who did you see at the train station? -
• I wanted to call my mum but I called you instead. -
• Was Anna having a shower when an earthquake began? -
• I broke my leg when I was skiing. -
• My wife arrived when I was having a bath. -
• Why was Lucy smoking at the party? -
• Which shop did Tom go yesterday? -
• I was watching television when my mother came home. -