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 others lingered behind him.
answer:
Past


question:
" Just don't let Dad find out, " he advised in a near whisper.
answer:
Past


question:
Alexei's good cheer dimmed.
answer:

Past