Write sentences using the prompts below and the past continuous. then
identify the use of the past continuous.
simultaneous actions action in progress interrupted by another
action in progress at a stated time in the past
(john/listen muschis parents watch tv)
john was listening to music while his parents
were watching t imultaneous
(rosale/cook/cutfinger)
(lizzy and nadia play basketbal 5 o'clock yesterday)​

Our school of performing arts '________ (is) well-known for its variety of opportunities and this year, we *__ (are offerring) even more exciting and original courses in modern dance, drama and singing. One of our best-established music teachers * ____ (is starting) a new jazz group next term, and she * __ (will take) this group on a European tour later in the year. All our instructors *_____ (are) talented and successful performers and (have) recognized teaching certificates. We have a policy that we ___ (do not employ) anybody who *__ (does not have) talent, commitment and enthusiasm. Lessons * (take) place every evening. They usually start at 7 p.m. and finish at 9 p.m. Students can also *__ (have) lessons on Saturday mornings. We '_____ (organize) two performances every year, but students '*___ (do not have to) take part in these if they really '*___ (do not want) to. There are plenty of opportunities backstage. Here is what some of our students and parents said: ‘I'm quite a shy person. I'*___ (did not like) performing in front of other people. But after a term here, I *___ (got) used to it and I *_____ (began) to enjoy the stage. It's thanks to all my great teachers.’ Lucy, aged 15. ‘My daughter started dance lessons last term. She *___ (seems) really happy and her teachers *__ (say) that she **______ (is making) really good progress! She certainly 20_______ (loves) going each week: Mrs Jones — her daughter, Jess, aged 4.