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: Malcolm holds it, and swings it around the room.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: He squinted as a curious sight in the huge clearing met his eyes.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: Water begins to drip slowly into the bottom of the trough.

SOLUTION:
Present