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: I wipe some dust from the glass.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Turning, I appraised the guards.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: She shrieked as a hand grabbed her forearm.

SOLUTION:
Past