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:
The gate buzzed and began to open of its own accord.
answer:
Past


question:
His frown had deepened.
answer:
Past


question:
He thanked him, his voice cracking slightly, and turned to quickly walk away.
answer:

Past