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".

[EX Q]: Hungry, the flames flare, casting a brighter glow and illuminating Jesse's profile, his eyelashes long and thick.
[EX A]: Present

[EX Q]: She clutched her belly and bent over.
[EX A]: Past

[EX Q]: The Guardian Richard slowed his breathing, concentrating on Julie's image.
[EX A]:
Past