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

SOLUTION: Present

PROBLEM: Then they retreated to the sanctuary of the forest to give Mikhail and Raven some time alone.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: The footman charged past me and up the stairs.

SOLUTION:
Past