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1. The children were playing outside.
2. The dog was barking at us.
3. My teacher was explaining the exercise to me.
4. I was listening to my mp3 player.
5. Those people were walking towards the library. (see)
6. The cook was preparing a tasty meal.
7. I was trying to fix my computer.
8. My friend and I were playing basketball.
9. The police were chasing the thief.
10. My sister and my brother were singing.