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 grass was crisp underfoot, the night air damp and briny in her nose.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Derrick screeched in terror.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: Her ears perked up.

SOLUTION:
Past