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: A nation ruled by magic where experimentation and enchantment were nurtured and encouraged.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: She opens it and reads it silently.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Wet, slick, luscious.

SOLUTION:
Present