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: She lets out a little laugh.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Hungry, the flames flare, casting a brighter glow and illuminating Jesse's profile, his eyelashes long and thick.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Mary exited her corner to stand next to Carla, becoming close enough to the hold the hand of Tre's mother.

SOLUTION:
Past