1. Roselie studied very hard.
    She took the exam on Thursday. (before)

2. Angus was thoroughly exhausted.
    He ran in the Boston Marathon (26 miles). (after)

3. The doorbell rang.
    Brian was taking a shower. (when or while)

4. Jonathan was eating his dinner of pork chops and beans.
    He was watching the news on TV. (when or while)

5. Giles was backing into a parking space.
    He heard a crunch. (when or while)

Now you supply the conjunction: before, after, when, while

6. Alexander ate at Benny's Famous restaurant many times.
    He had Benny's famous 12 ounce steak. (verb tense caution)

7. Jennifer had a date with Charles.
    She thought she was falling in love.

8. Christie cried for weeks.
    Her mother died.

9. Aaron was eating dinner.
    Caroline called to ask about the assignment.

10. Sean had to stay home for three weeks.
    He injured his back.

Back to Before, After, When and While

Answer Key
Practice #2