Usage Examples Tenses with Past meaning

• Dick was cutting the grass when the snake appeared. -
• They gave Julie a puppy for her birthday. -
• I was having a terrifying dream when the alarm clock rang. -
• Alexia has lost her purse and now has no money. -
• I had never seen Joanna laugh before yesterday. -
• Had you studied Italian before you moved to Milan? -
• Emily went to China last year. -
• Frank was making pizza while Ale was cooking salad. -
• By the time I met Mia again, she had already found a new boyfriend. -
• Mary hasn't graduated from the university yet. -
• We went to a club last night. -
• We wish you moved to Los Angeles. -
• I was wondering if you could help me with the project. -
• I have written three essays already. -
• My husband was always talking about his friends from college. -
• Have you ever tried sushi? -
• I was working when the accident occurred. -
• By the time Doris got to the office, everyone had already gone. -
• I was dancing when Matthew walked in. -
• Did Barry come to your party last week? -