Usage Examples Present Perfect vs Past Simple

• Mary has not started her essay yet. -
• Has your mother done the shopping already? -
• My grandmother read this newspaper yesterday. -
• We have just got back from our holidays. -
• My dad broke his leg last month. -
• My brother has been to Mexico three times. -
• Rosie didn't bake this cake, I did. -
• Did you have a pet when you were a child? -
• Why did Anna go to Manchester two weeks ago? -
• I didn't go to the university last week. -
• I stayed home last night. -
• Has Anna passed this exam already? -
• Have you ever met a celebrity? -
• We went to Paris three months ago. -
• Emily didn't see you yesterday. -
• My sister was born in Italy. -
• Anna has met me today. -
• I've known Sarah for five years. -
• Who is the smartest person you have ever met? -
• When did Alice move to Portland? -