Past Simple and Present Perfect Simple exercises

Write the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the words in brackets.


1. The film finished a few minutes ago.
The film __________________________ (Just)


2. I went to the new multi-screen cinema for the first time.
I ________________________ to the new multi-screen cinema. (Been)


3. Paul has never used an Xbox.
Paul___________________ an Xbox (Ever)


4. I don't want to borrow your novel. I read it last year.
I don't want to borrow your novel because I ______________________ (Already)


5. Costas started playing chess at the beginning of term.
Costas ___________________________ the beginning of term. (Since)

Write the correct form and order of the words in brackets to complete the sentences.


1. We ________________________ (see already) Shrek 3.
2. The girls really ________________________ (enjoy) drama club yesterday.
3. 'Can I borrow your DVD of the Matrix?' 'No, sorry, but I ________________________ (not watch it yet).
4. Tom ________________________ (never take) part in a school play.
5. ________________________ (you see) eviction night on Big Brother yesterday?
6. Your dad ________________________ (just order) a satellite dish for our TV!
7. ________________________  (you read already) this magazine?
8. Alison ________________________ (buy already) The Bourne Ultimatum on DVD.
9. Pauline ________________________ (nearly finished) doing the crossword in a newspaper.
10. Where ________________________ (you buy) tht coat? It looks really expensive.