1 The President has resigned and a new president has been elected.
2 His resignation was announced yesterday on television.
3 "Where did you go on your last holiday?" "To Peru. It was fabulous."
4 "Has John ever been to Paris?"
"Oh yes. Five times."
5 The plan took off a few minutes ago.
6 A huge snowstorm has hit Toronto.
Over 40cm of snow has fallen over the past twelve hours.
Residents have been advised to stay at home.