2-Event structure in Tenses
In English, we often talk about two actions happening at different times. One action happens first and the other happens after. Sometimes they happen at the same time. This is called the two event structure. Let’s see how it works in a clear and easy way. Here are the most common situations where we use it.
Past
Action 1 Happens Before Action 2
Shows which action occurred first in the past.
Past
Action 1 Interrupted by Action 2
Shows a longer action being interrupted by a shorter one.
Past
Two Actions at the Same Time
Use when two actions occur simultaneously in the past.
Future
Future Action Completed Before Another
Shows one future action finished before the next starts.
Present
Past Event Affecting Present
Connects a past experience or event to the present.