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: " But that brings up another point.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: The tub, the water, her bulk -- stuck fast like stacked, damp, plastic tumblers, impossible to part unless they are frozen.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Miranda stated for the fifteenth time in a row to Joan.

SOLUTION:
Past