WHEN AND WHILE

Front

What is the purpose of using 'while' in a sentence?

Back

To link two continuous actions that happened at the same time in the past.

Front

What is the correct verb form to use with 'when' for a completed action?

Back

Past tense.

Front

What is the correct verb form to use with 'while' for an ongoing action?

Back

Past continuous.

Front

Provide an example of using 'when' in a sentence.

Back

I was reading a book when the phone rang.

Front

Provide an example of using 'while' in a sentence.

Back

She was studying while her brother was playing video games.

Front

What is the difference between 'when' and 'while'?

Back

'When' is used for a specific point in time, while 'while' is used for actions happening simultaneously.

Front

What verb form follows 'while' in the past continuous tense?

Back

The verb should be in the form 'was/were + verb-ing'.

Front

What verb form follows 'when' in the past tense?

Back

The verb should be in the simple past form.

Front

How do you form a sentence using 'while' and 'when'?

Back

Use 'while' for the ongoing action and 'when' for the action that interrupts.

Front

What is an example of a sentence using 'when' and 'while'?

Back

While I was cooking, the guests arrived.