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:
Nick grunted, sucking air through his teeth as he started the slow thrusts again.
answer:
Past


question:
He cocked his head to the side.
answer:
Past


question:
Instead of smacking Henry's hands again, I smack him upside the head.
answer:

Present