- Simple Past: Used for actions completed in the past. Form: base verb + -ed (or irregular form). Example: "The scientists conducted an experiment."
- Past Continuous: Form: was/were + verb-ing.
- Use 1: Describing a past action not yet completed. Example: "I was trying to fix the car this morning."
- Use 2: Describing a past action interrupted by another. Example: "I was trying to sleep when I heard a knock."
- Use 3: Describing two simultaneous past events, emphasizing the longer one. Example: "Marco Polo contacted merchants while he was travelling."
- Use 4: Describing a past action within a specific time period, possibly continuing afterward. Example: "The science team was conducting research as recently as last month."
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of toefl worksheet.
