Past Continuous exercises — Set 7: Parallel Actions with "while" (Worksheet)

While the children were playing, their parents (talk).

She was reading a book while he (watch) TV.

While we (drive), the kids were sleeping in the back.

The dog was barking while the cat (hide) under the bed.

While Tom (study), his roommate was playing video games.

I was listening to music while I (exercise).

While she (work) from home, her husband was taking care of the baby.

The teacher was explaining the lesson while the students (take) notes.

While we (wait) for the train, we were chatting about our plans.

He was typing on his laptop while she (talk) on the phone.

While the sun (shine), the birds were singing in the trees.

The band was playing music while people (dance).

While I (clean) the kitchen, my brother was cleaning the bathroom.

She was singing along while the radio (play).

While the guests (arrive), we were preparing the drinks.

The chef was cooking while the waiter (serve) the customers.

While my dad (read) the newspaper, my mum was making breakfast.

The rain was falling while thunder (rumble) in the distance.

While I (write) the report, my colleague was checking the data.