Past Simple vs Present Perfect

When I was a child, I _________ (play) basketball in the school team.

My dad _________ (start) skiing lessons two years ago.

I _________ (see) lots of films recently.

We __________ (win) the swimming competition on Saturday.

I love swimming. I __________ (compete) in over 20 competitions.

I _________ (see) the match last week.

I _________ (not / win) a competition in my life!

Jose __________ (not / study) enough for the exam last night.

I practise swimming every day ___________ I can take part in national competitions.

• except

• as soon as

• so that

• because

I want to become a professional runner __________ I leave school.

• because

• as soon as

• so that

• although