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Introduction
Decide whether when or while should be used.
1. _____________ he was talking on the phone, I was watching TV.
Answer:
while
when
2. He was cancelling his flight ______ we called him.
Answer:
while
when
3. I was overtaking a truck ______ I heard a loud thump.
Answer:
while
when
4. We were watching a movie _____ the screen went blank.
Answer:
while
when
5. ________ she was packing the bags, I was looking for our passports.
Answer:
while
when
6. We were complaining about the weather __________ the sun broke through the clouds.
Answer:
while
when
7. Sandra was washing the dishes _________ a plate fell off the shelf.
Answer:
while
when
8. Do not disturb me ______ I'm listening to music!
Answer:
while
when
When vs While Test
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