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:
He tries to say it soberly but I can still hear the snigger in his voice.
answer:
Present


question:
" Sure, " I mumbled to myself.
answer:
Present


question:
When she didn't answer, he prompted, " Baby doll ? "
answer:

Present