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".

Q: Dee screeched and took off toward the kitchen.

A: Past
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Q: A thin instrumental version of Amazing Grace plays in the background.

A: Present
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Q: I preferred to stay away from crowds.

A:
Past
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