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: Gently rubbing the tenderly exposed cartilage corners.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: " Uh, fine, " I mumbled in response.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: " I know, baby, I know, " he mumbled between kisses, nudging me back toward his bed.

SOLUTION:
Past