instruction:
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".
question:
On certain places, he lingered longer than was necessary, filling her with a bitter anger.
answer:
Past


question:
Tula tensed, suddenly defensive.
answer:
Past


question:
Verity stripped off her parka, shuddering as the rain hit her head and shoulders.
answer:

Past