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: It stretches its arms out in a brisk run toward me while I echo the movement.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: He stares into space, and the only way I can tell that he's livid is the tightening of his jaw.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Jez whispers, " Let's just go in. "

SOLUTION:
Present