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: Tula tensed, suddenly defensive.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: Stars twinkled in the sky ; they were bright hopeful lights against a curtain of black night.

SOLUTION: Past

PROBLEM: Foul brown liquid sloshed under the tapestry and onto Emelia's worn leather shoes, soaking the chapped material with debris and dirt.

SOLUTION:
Past