Independent Practice
Fill in the blanks using the verbs in parentheses at the end. In each sentence, use one
of the verbs in the simple past tense and the other in the past progressive tense. Write your
answers on your paper.
1. Carla
about her birthday when the doorbell
(think, ring)
2. While she
the door, her pet dog, Mosino, (open, bark)
3. Her classmate, Lorna, came to give her a birthday present. Lorna said, "I my
Science project when I your birthday. Happy birthday!" (make, remember)
4. Surprised but delighted, Carla replied, "Oh, thanks, Lorna. But my birthday will be on
Sunday. Today is Friday. In fact, to call you when you (plan, come)
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