Rina had to leave school early on wednesday because she took her driving test.
or
Rina had to leave school early on wednesday because she was taking her driving test.
At the time of the trial last year Hendro had been in prison for eight months.
or
At the time of the trial last year Hendro was in prison for eight months.
Please someone explain it..
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which one is correct??
Rina had to leave school early on wednesday because she took her driving test.
or
Rina had to leave school early on wednesday because she was taking her driving test.
At the time of the trial last year Hendro had been in prison for eight months.
or
At the time of the trial last year Hendro was in prison for eight months.
Please someone explain it..