1 she was in New York. Past simple
Was she in New York?
2 She visited her friends in New York. Past Simple
Did she visit her friends in New York?
3 He was speaking to John. Past Progressive.
Was he speaking to John?
4 He spoke to John about his work. Past Simple
Did he speak to John about his work?
5 They were in the office. Past Simple
Were they in the office?
6 They were working in the office. Past Progressive
Were they working in the office?
7 They finished the work. Past Simple
Did they finish the work?