2. By the time we got home, our favorite TV programme had finished.

3. Mary has been learning English for 3 years.

4. I have been driving this car since 1998.

5. Before we left the office for home, we turned off all the lights.

6. By the time we got to the station, the train had already left.

7. She didn't take notice of her friends' warnings.

8. She paid no attention to his behavior towards her.

9. After finishing their work, hey left the office.

10. I can not do anything but laugh in this situation.

11. This is the most unusual festival she has ever seen.

12. After dressing and shaving, he went out with his friends.

13. Before leaving the country for Australia, she rang to say goodbye.