instruction:
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".
question:
The head usher eyed the screen in a bewildered way.
answer:
Past


question:
Jeff stiffened, then shook his head vigorously.
answer:
Past


question:
He stops near the window, stuffing his hands into his pockets as he gazes out at the lake.
answer:

Present