instruction:
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".
question:
It required delicate handling by the captors but was usually enough to stunt the prisoner's magic.
answer:
Past


question:
" How to bring him into manhood ? "
answer:
Present


question:
" It will cling to your hand, so that you will not drop it, Partner Elijah.
answer:

Present