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:
The bedchamber opens onto a small receiving room, and even though I sense no hearts beating in there, I pause.
answer:
Present


question:
" I know, baby, I know, " he mumbled between kisses, nudging me back toward his bed.
answer:
Past


question:
" Not that I recall.
answer:

Present