12.
Andrea (had been practicing) the piano every day for six months before she (entered) the competition.
13. The children (were) sad because they (had
lost) their dog.
14. We (did not have) a problem getting a table at The
Tropicana because we (had already booked) one in advance.
15. Mary (was washing)
the dishes when a glass ( broke) and ( cut) her finger.