Present perfect: Form and use

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Exercise 3: Complete with Past Simple or Past Perfect

Exercise 3: Complete with Past Simple or Past Perfect

Complete each sentence using the verb in brackets. Use past simple or past perfect, depending on the context and sequence of events.

1

I was worried because Jim (not call) yet.

2

I was so worried that I (call) Jim.

3

I couldn't find the trousers that I (buy) in Camden market.

4

I couldn't find my favourite trousers so I (decide) to wear a skirt.

5

I lied to them and they (get) furious.

6

They were angry, but why? (I/make) a terrible mistake?

7

John asked me if I (see) his dog.

8

John didn't have his dog. Apparently the dog (run) away during some fireworks.

9

I couldn't find the keys. Where (I/put) them?

10

My boss was upset, so I (try) to talk to him.