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: Sand swirled in the desert as the wind grew fierce, whipping it away from the pyramid as it rose from the depths.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: A nation ruled by magic where experimentation and enchantment were nurtured and encouraged.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: he states in an angry tone.

SOLUTION:
Present