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:
" Get off me, you douche - " " Shhhh, " Brodie said in a whisper.
answer:
Present


question:
He clasped her wrists, holding on to her for what would be the last time.
answer:
Past


question:
" Kira... " Sliding onto the edge of the bed, Marcus took her by the shoulders and shook her softly.
answer:

Present