Tense 03

A Different Route

Change to Simple Past

Read as if these events happened yesterday. Change the verbs as you read.

Read

Carla leaves home early and walks toward her usual bus stop. A sign explains that road repairs affect the morning route. She checks her phone and finds another stop nearby. On the way, she meets a coworker who looks confused. Carla shows him the directions, and they walk together. The bus arrives a few minutes later. They find seats near the back and discuss their plans for the day. When they reach the office, they still have time for coffee. Carla sends the updated route information to another colleague. She feels relieved because the unexpected change causes only a short delay.

New Vocabulary

List the words you want to review.

Verb Forms

Choose three verbs from the reading. Write their forms.

Verb 1

Present ______________________

Past _________________________

-ing form _____________________

Verb 2

Present ______________________

Past _________________________

-ing form _____________________

Verb 3

Present ______________________

Past _________________________

-ing form _____________________