Compléter Simple past: A short taleVersion en ligne Sometimes we tend to confuse how write correctly a verb in its past form, or maybe, you have difficulties applying was or were, or you don't know the function of the auxiliar "Did". In this exercise, you have to complete the text with words. First try to understand the full meaning of the phrase and analyze all the options that the platform offers you. Choose the one that best completes the text. par Angela Olguin 1 were not have was did Once upon a time , there a small village nestled in the countryside . It was peaceful , and its people content with their simple lives . However , they a school , and the children had to walk several miles to the neighboring village to receive an education . 2 moved began One day , a kind - hearted teacher named Miss Emily to the village . She saw that the children did not have access to a proper school , and she was determined to make a change . She by gathering the parents and sharing her vision for a school in the village . 3 if undeterred said not were The parents were initially hesitant , as they sure if they could afford to build a school . Miss Emily , , , " We can do this together . I have some savings , and each family contributes what they can , we can make it happen . " 4 contributed come donated did With Miss Emily's encouragement , the villagers together . They their time , money , and resources . Some helped with construction , while others materials . It was a true community effort .