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: The centurion bore a tin soldier's mug in either hand, and both of them were steaming in the cool night air.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: Gently rubbing the tenderly exposed cartilage corners.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: And - " NOW ! "

SOLUTION:
Present