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: Dudley clears his throat.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: She holds up a powerful finger.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: " I boxed everything up and brought it to the cottage for Lauren. "

SOLUTION:
Past