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English grammar quiz: I sent or I have sent? Your boss asks about a report. Which one is correct? A) I sent the report yesterday. B) I have sent the report yesterday. C) I was send the report yesterday.

What it means

  • Common mistake at work I have sent the report yesterday. I sent the report yesterday.
  • Why? “Yesterday” is a finished time. finished time → past simple
  • We met the client last week. She called me this morning at 9. I have sent the report. (no time word)

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Quick quiz

  1. Question 1 of 2

    Why didn't A get the report?

  2. Question 2 of 2

    When do we use the past simple?

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