Usage Examples Present Perfect vs Past Simple

• John liked my new book. -
• When did Alice move to Portland? -
• What did your husband do last month? -
• I went to Spain last year to study Spanish. -
• My mum has lost her keys and cannot get into the house now! -
• I had pancakes for breakfast. -
• Has James just left? -
• Mary has not started her essay yet. -
• What is the most beautiful place you have ever been to? -
• Did your mother go to a doctor on Tuesday? -
• Rosie didn't bake this cake, I did. -
• Laura has never been abroad. -
• Did you have a pet when you were a child? -
• My grandmother read this newspaper yesterday. -
• Has Anna passed this exam already? -
• My grandfather did not work at a bank. -
• Anna has met me today. -
• Did they go to the university with you? -
• Has your mother done the shopping already? -
• I've known Sarah for five years. -