TASK DEFINITION: In this task you are given a sentence. You must judge whether the main verb of the sentence is in present or past tense. Label the instances as "Present" or "Past" based on your judgment. If there is no verb in the given text, answer "Present".
PROBLEM: Finally, she appointed a young woman who had degrees in both social work and women's studies, a woman who seemed tough yet compassionate.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: " Cheerleading, " states Suzy matter-of-factly.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Several moments later, he returns.

SOLUTION:
Present