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: Dee screeched and took off toward the kitchen.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: The door creaks open.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Gently rubbing the tenderly exposed cartilage corners.

SOLUTION:
Past