Read each sentence carefully and select the correct form of the verb. Ponce de Leon (searched, was searching) for gold when he explored Florida in 1513.
A) searched
B) was searching

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The correct form is "was searching" because the sentence describes an ongoing action (searching for gold) that took place in the past when another action occurred (explored Florida).

Read Each Sentence Carefully and Select the Correct Form of the Verb