Simple or continuous: 1. they seemed (read) attentively and (not, notice) me come in. 2. where is john? – he must (be) in the yard. he may (play) football. 3. helen wants (take) her daughter to the concert. 4. he seems (read) a lot. he knows a lot of interesting facts. 5. she sat expecting the telephone (ring). 6. his task was (stay) in the doorway and not let anyone (come) in. 7. he seemed (not, notice) what was going on. 8. it’s pleasant (deal) with her. 9. the text is difficult (translate). 10. there is no light in the house. they must (sleep).