LATIHAN SOAL BAB 5 BING KELAS 8 SMP

When did the action in the following sentence happen?

“I was reading a book when the lights went out.“

Which sentence correctly uses past continuous tense?

Which of the following is incorrect in past continuous tense?

Which of the following describes an interrupted action in the past using past continuous tense?

Which of the following is incorrect in terms of word order in a past continuous sentence?

Which of the following shows the correct use of past continuous tense for an interrupted action?

What is the main function of past continuous tense?

Which of the following sentences correctly uses past continuous tense to describe two simultaneous actions?

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A Day at the Zoo

Yesterday, I went to the zoo with my family. As soon as we entered, we saw the lions being fed. They were lying lazily under the trees while the zookeepers were giving them meat. Nearby, some tourists were taking pictures of the lions, while others were watching the monkeys in their cages. The monkeys were jumping around and making loud noises, which made everyone laugh.

Later, we walked to the giraffe enclosure. The giraffes were eating leaves from tall trees. I noticed that some children were feeding them, while their parents were taking pictures. It was a beautiful sight, and the sun was shining brightly, making the whole zoo visit more enjoyable.

Before we left, we stopped by the penguin area. The penguins were swimming and diving in the water. It was amazing to watch them glide so smoothly. As we were leaving the zoo, we were all tired but happy after such an exciting day.

What were the monkeys doing when the tourists were taking pictures?

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A Busy Afternoon

I spent a very busy afternoon yesterday. I was studying for my history exam when my brother came into my room. He was carrying his skateboard and asked if I wanted to go outside. I told him that I couldn’t because I was studying, but he didn’t listen. While I was studying, he was practicing tricks on his skateboard in the driveway. He was having so much fun that I couldn’t resist. I decided to take a break and join him.

After a while, I was feeling more relaxed, so we went back inside to continue our activities. I went back to my desk to study, and he was playing video games. At the same time, our mom was cooking dinner in the kitchen, and the smell of her cooking made me even hungrier.

What were the activities of the writer and the brother?

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A Fun Day at the Beach

Last weekend, my friends and I went to the beach. We arrived in the morning when the sun was just starting to rise. The waves were crashing on the shore, and people were jogging along the beach. Some people were swimming in the water, while others were playing beach volleyball. It was a perfect day to be outside.

Later, we found a spot on the sand and set up our towels. I was reading a book when my friend, Sarah, asked if I wanted to join her for a swim. We swam for about 30 minutes, and then we were resting under an umbrella. As we were relaxing, some kids were building a sandcastle nearby. It was a peaceful afternoon by the sea.

As the day came to an end, we packed our things and went for one last walk along the shore. The sky was turning orange, and it was a beautiful sight.

What was happening while the writer was resting under the umbrella?

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The Exciting Football Match

Last Saturday, our school’s football team played against a local rival. The match was very exciting. Our team was playing aggressively, and they were passing the ball quickly to each other. The rival team was defending well, but they were getting tired as the game went on. In the second half, our striker was running towards the goal when he was suddenly tackled. The referee blew the whistle, and the crowd started cheering.

At that moment, the coach was shouting instructions from the sideline, and the players were listening carefully. Everyone was excited, hoping that our team would score the winning goal.

What were the players doing during the match?

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An Evening at the Concert

Last Friday, I went to a concert with my friends. We arrived early and found our seats. The band was setting up their instruments, and the lights were dimming. As soon as the music started, the crowd began cheering and clapping. The lead singer was singing passionately, and the guitar player was shredding his guitar. The drummer was keeping a steady rhythm while the audience was dancing and singing along.

During the intermission, we were talking about how amazing the performance was, and some people were getting snacks. After the concert, we walked out of the arena with big smiles on our faces, still humming the songs.

What were the musicians doing during the concert?

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You are watching a live broadcast of a soccer match. The commentator says: “The team was dominating the game in the first half. Players were passing the ball quickly, and the goalkeeper was making incredible saves. However, in the second half, the opposing team was playing more aggressively.

Why is the past continuous tense used to describe the actions of the players and goalkeeper?

Which part of the sentence is the interrupting event, and which part is the ongoing action?

“I was walking to the park when I suddenly remembered that I left my keys at home. I turned around and went back to get them.“

What does the following sentence describe?

“While I was cooking, my brother was setting the table.“

Which sentence is incorrect in terms of past continuous usage?

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb in past continuous tense:

“While we __________ (wait) for the bus, it started to rain.“

Which scenario is best described using past continuous tense?

Which one is the correct form to fill in the blank in past continuous tense?

“When I ________ (arrive) at the party, everyone ________ (dance).“

Which one is the correct form to fill in the blank in past continuous tense?

“They ________ (not listen) to the teacher when the bell ________ (ring).”

Which of the following sentences correctly describes two actions happening at the same time in the past?

Which sentence is incorrect in terms of past continuous tense?

Below is a list of actions and times. Match them with the correct use of past continuous tense.

1. “I was talking to my friend when I saw my teacher.”
2. “I was cooking dinner when my phone rang.”
3. “We were watching TV at 7 PM last night.”

Which sentence describes an interrupted action?

You are reading a passage that describes someone’s weekend activities. Below is part of the text:

“She was walking to the park when she sees her friend. They were talking for a while, then went to get coffee.”

Identify the error in the use of past continuous tense in the text.

Imagine you are writing a journal entry about your last vacation. You are describing an event.

Which of the following sentences best completes your journal entry in past continuous tense?

During a camping trip, you and your friends were having fun, but something unexpected happened. You are telling your story to a family member.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses past continuous tense to describe an action in progress when something else happened?

Which of the following sentences correctly describes two actions happening at the same time in the past using past continuous tense?

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A Stormy Afternoon

Last Saturday, we were planning a picnic in the park when the weather suddenly changed. The clouds were gathering quickly, and the wind was blowing harder. While we were setting up the picnic area, it started to rain heavily. We were trying to pack up our things when the rain started pouring down even more. By the time we reached the car, we were completely soaked.

What is the main reason the author uses past continuous tense in this text?

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A Busy Morning

This morning, I was having breakfast when my phone rang. I was planning to go for a jog, but I ended up answering the phone instead. My friend was calling to ask if I wanted to join her for a workout session later. While we were talking, I was looking outside and noticed that the weather was perfect for a run. I quickly finished my breakfast, put on my sneakers, and went out for a jog, but my friend was already done by the time I got there.

Why does the author use past continuous tense in this story?