Past Simple vs. Past Continuous

Usage Examples Past Simple vs. Past Continuous

• My best friend graduated from the university in June. -
• Susie was watching a film when she heard the noise. -
• Emma called me when I was sitting on the train. -
• Who was Alessia talking to when you saw her? -
• My mother bought a new bag yesterday. -
• The children were playing in the park when it started to rain. -
• What were you doing at eight o'clock last night? -
• When I walked into the room, they were dancing. -
• Maddie came back at midnight. -
• Why was Lucy smoking at the party? -
• I was standing in the line when I saw Mary. -
• I wanted to call my mum but I called you instead. -
• Were they smiling when they saw you? -
• You weren't dancing at noon yesterday. -
• My granddad went to see a doctor on Friday. -
• Which song were you singing when I came in? -
• Why were you crying when I met you? -
• We were playing tennis when Alex hurt his wrist. -
• My wife arrived when I was having a bath. -
• What were they doing when you arrived at the party? -