Verb Shifts

Decide whether or not the verb tense is used correctly.

If the bank is closing early, I would have to come back tomorrow to deposit my check.

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Many people came to see the jewelry exhibit that was arranged in a very professional manner.

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The crowd cheered with excitement when the ball will land straight into the goal.

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By the time the final speech began, many people have left the auditorium.

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As Richard ties his shoes, the telephone rang.

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Last week, we learned about chemical and physical reactions. Tomorrow, we will experiment in the lab.

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The doctor suggested medicine for the patient who suffered from a throat infection.

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Whenever Emma dodges the ball, her team cheered loudly.

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Luis always neglects the trash, so each week his dad dragged the can to the curb.

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As the street performer danced, she attracted a large audience of tourists.

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