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".

" And if I fail to complete this bargain ? "
Present

" I proved to you and the whole damn world that a Madison could be as successful as a Harte. "
Past

The rattler's angry tattoo eases, relaxes, and finally drifts off into silence.
Present