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I gave exams vs I have given exams

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I gave exams' is used to talk about a specific past event when you took exams. 'I have given exams' is used to indicate that you have taken exams at some point in the past, without specifying when.

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I gave exams

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a specific past event when you took exams.

This phrase is used to talk about a particular instance in the past when you took exams. It indicates a completed action in the past.

Examples:

Last year, I gave exams for my final semester.
She gave exams in high school.
He gave exams last month.

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I gave you a prostate exam last year, don't you remember?
I found out later that she went home and gave Sammy his final exam.
I found out later that she went home and gave Sammy his final exam. Sammy?
Look, Dr. Sapsi already gave her an exam.
You gave me an eye exam the other day.
But instead of taking her temperature, this doctor took off her pants and gave her a pelvic exam.
I gave both leaders this clear message.
I gave you the first opportunities.
I gave up suffering, I gave up bitterness, I gave up my job. I gave up my wife, gave up my children...
I gave Richard this room last night.
I gave you licence - an invitation.
I gave you my fully detailed psychological analysis.
No, no, the last time we played this game, I gave you the Jessicas: I gave you, Biel, I gave you Alba, I gave you Simpson.
I gave Arnie my notice last week.
I gave a full and considered response.
I gave Frank one final option.
I gave Blue that shirt last Christmas.
I gave them a great sacrifice.
I gave him the psychopathy test.
I gave you my childbearing years.

Alternatives:

I took exams
I sat for exams
I did exams
I sat exams

I have given exams

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that you have taken exams at some point in the past, without specifying when.

This phrase is used to convey that you have had the experience of taking exams at some unspecified time in the past. It focuses on the present result of having taken exams.

Examples:

I have given exams in various subjects.
She has given exams in different countries.
He has given exams multiple times.

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She was given a physical exam and her statement was taken.
Below, you can read the instructions you will be given during the final exam.
I have given full details of the matter in a parliamentary question.
I have given the floor to 32 speakers today.
I have given the Commissioner notice of these questions.
Perhaps Mr Gallagher and I have given the impression that we are repeating ourselves.
I have given you some realistic, genuine examples and outlined a way forward, avoiding utopian aspirations.
I have given you some information on this issue.
I have given the Commissioner advance notice of these questions.
Remember the examples I have given you.
I have given these aggregate figures for four reasons.
I have given instructions to my staff to pay close attention to this issue.
I have given my whole life to them.
I have given you an enchantment that will help you heal.
I have given up on my ideals.
I have given you plenty of time.
I was right, I have given you a pleasant eternity.
I have given the sheep to my relatives.
I have given them no information, Commander.
I have given to my brother.

Alternatives:

I have taken exams
I have sat for exams
I have done exams
I have sat exams

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