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: Della tensed, ready to tell him that Steve got that black eye standing up for her.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: My mouth opens and closes, but not words come out.

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: The burgundy vest and dark gray coat accented the liquid silver of his eyes and the rich color of his dark brown hair.

SOLUTION:
Past