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: " But the actors... " " Are just okay.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Derrick screeched in terror.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: " Oh, holy hell, Lia, you have got to stop, " he begged.

SOLUTION:
Present