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: " You don't need to be afraid, Diana, " he calmly states as he sees the panicked look on her face.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Viktor lets out a deep, heavy breath and brings his bare hands up in front of him, balling them into fists.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Zoe giggled and shook her head.

SOLUTION:
Past