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: Buzzing fills my head as I continue to scream her name.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: My mouth opens and closes, but not words come out.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: " Nicole has sailed on my ship in the Great Circle Race, " Jason announced without preamble when he stood in front of her.

SOLUTION:
Past