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  1. 26-Feb-2012, 13:27 #1
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    Default past or past progressive

    Which is correct?
    1. A bridge which connected the two cities is being demolished.
    2. A bridge which was connecting the two cities is being demolished.
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    Default Re: past or past progressive

    The first is more natural unless the bridge had been a temporary construction; then the second would be possible.
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