Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 16 · 40 questions

Writing tip (Name the whole): Find what every sentence is about. Choose the short title that names that main idea. A title about a different topic — or only one small detail — is not the best title.

1. 1.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot. She watered the pot every morning. After a week, a tiny green shoot came up. Soon the plant had beans for Isha to pick. (a) The Bean Seed (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Broken Kite
2. 2.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Pooja borrowed a book about dinosaurs. She read the book every night before bed. Her little brother spilled juice on the book. Pooja said sorry to the librarian and paid for it. (a) The Dripping Tap (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) The New Girl
3. 3.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Tara decided to build a model volcano. She shaped the volcano with clay and paint. At the science fair, her volcano bubbled with foam. Tara's model won the first prize. (a) The Model Volcano (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) Priya the Queen
4. 4.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Nisha's grandmother lost her gold ring. Nisha searched the whole house for the ring. At last she found the ring under the sofa. Grandmother hugged Nisha with joy. (a) The Power Cut (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Lost Ring (d) Arjun Gets Well
5. 5.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Rahul saw a fish flapping on the dry riverbank. He gently picked up the fish in his hands. He put the fish back into the river. The fish swam away, and Rahul smiled. (a) The Bean Seed (b) Saving the Fish (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Dripping Tap
6. 6.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   We spent a happy day at the beach. The waves splashed over our feet. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. We collected shells near the shore. (a) My Pet Cat (b) My Best Friend (c) A Day at the Beach (d) Our School Library
7. 7.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Elephants are the biggest land animals. They have long trunks and big ears. An elephant picks up food with its trunk. Elephants eat grass, leaves and fruit. (a) Elephants (b) Sports Day (c) Busy Ants (d) The Cricket Match
8. 8.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   The railway station is always busy. Trains arrive and leave every few minutes. Porters in red shirts carry heavy luggage. Loud announcements tell people about the trains. (a) The Railway Station (b) Our Classroom (c) The Monsoon (d) The Night Sky
9. 9.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Last Sunday, our class went to the zoo. The monkeys jumped from branch to branch. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Kite Festival (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Sports Day
10. 10.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandfather is seventy years old. My grandfather goes for a walk every morning. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) The Village Fair (b) Our Classroom (c) Saving Water (d) My Grandfather
11. 11.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    A fair comes to our village every winter. There is a giant wheel and a merry-go-round. Stalls sell bangles, toys and balloons. A magician does tricks for the children. (a) Busy Ants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Village Fair (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
12. 12.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Karan went to the mela with his uncle. In the crowd, Karan lost sight of his uncle. A police officer helped Karan look for him. Soon Karan found his uncle near the giant wheel. (a) A Helpful Neighbour (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Spelling Contest
13. 13.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    I got a new bicycle on my birthday. It is red with a shiny silver bell. Its seat is soft and comfortable. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) Making Rangoli (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Village Fair (d) My New Bicycle
14. 14.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The night sky is full of wonders. Thousands of stars twinkle above us. The moon looks like a silver plate. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. (a) The Night Sky (b) Busy Ants (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) Sports Day
15. 15.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ramesh is the postman in our area. He brings letters and parcels every day. He carries a big brown bag of letters. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) Our Postman (b) The Cricket Match (c) Busy Ants (d) A Day at the Beach
16. 16.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    A new girl named Lakshmi joined our class. At first, Lakshmi sat alone and looked shy. Kavya invited Lakshmi to play at lunch. Now Lakshmi and Kavya are best friends. (a) Priya the Queen (b) The Clean Park (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) The New Girl
17. 17.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our class visited an old fort on a hill. Its stone walls were very thick. The guide told us about the old kings. From the tower we could see the whole town. (a) The Railway Station (b) My Grandfather (c) The Monsoon (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
18. 18.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school sports day was full of fun. The day began with a march past. Our house won the tug of war. The winners got shiny medals. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) Sports Day (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) The Night Sky
19. 19.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Rohan's team had a big football match. Rohan practised kicking the ball every day. On the day of the match, he scored a goal. His team won the cup and Rohan was thrilled. (a) The Dripping Tap (b) The Power Cut (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Dinosaur Book
20. 20.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school sports day was full of fun. I ran in the hundred-metre race. Our house won the tug of war. The winners got shiny medals. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) A Day at the Beach (c) Sports Day (d) Making Rangoli
21. 21.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Last Sunday, our class went to the zoo. We saw a tiger resting on a big rock. The monkeys jumped from branch to branch. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) The Railway Station (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Our Postman (d) Elephants
22. 22.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ants are tiny but very hard-working. They live together in an anthill. Ants walk one behind the other in a line. Ants store food for the winter. (a) Busy Ants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Saving Water (d) My New Bicycle
23. 23.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The monsoon is my favourite season. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields. Children float paper boats in puddles. (a) My Pet Cat (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Monsoon (d) Busy Ants
24. 24.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday. Diya painted a birthday card for him. Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow. Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (a) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Power Cut (d) A Card for Grandpa
25. 25.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The vegetable market near our house opens early. Sellers pile fresh vegetables on their carts. Shoppers pick the best onions and potatoes. People bargain loudly over prices. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) Making Rangoli (c) The Vegetable Market (d) My Grandfather
26. 26.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. First we draw the pattern with white chalk. Then we fill it with bright coloured powder. We place small lamps around the design. (a) Busy Ants (b) Healthy Food (c) My Pet Cat (d) Making Rangoli
27. 27.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Dev forgot his umbrella one cloudy morning. On the way home, heavy rain began to fall. Dev got wet and shivered all the way home. Mum gave Dev hot soup and dry clothes. (a) The New Girl (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Lost at the Mela
28. 28.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Omkar noticed the kitchen tap was dripping. He told his father about the leaking tap. His father fixed the tap with a new washer. Omkar was glad that no water was wasted. (a) The Nest on the Window (b) Lost at the Mela (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Spelling Contest
29. 29.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    A fair comes to our village every winter. Stalls sell bangles, toys and balloons. A magician does tricks for the children. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) The Village Fair (b) Our School Library (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Our Postman
30. 30.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. First we draw the pattern with white chalk. We place small lamps around the design. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli. (a) Making Rangoli (b) My Pet Cat (c) Elephants (d) My Grandfather
31. 31.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Asha found a little puppy crying near her gate. She gave the puppy some milk and a blanket. Then she put up a notice about the lost puppy. The next day, the owner came and thanked Asha. (a) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Model Volcano (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
32. 32.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school library is my favourite place. The librarian helps us find good books. We may borrow two books every week. Everyone reads quietly in the library. (a) Making Rangoli (b) My Pet Cat (c) Our School Library (d) Sports Day
33. 33.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The railway station is always busy. Porters in red shirts carry heavy luggage. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform. Loud announcements tell people about the trains. (a) Elephants (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Kite Festival (d) The Railway Station
34. 34.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    One evening, the lights in Imran's house went out. Imran found a torch and some candles. The family sat by the candles and told stories. When the power came back, Imran was almost sad. (a) The Dripping Tap (b) The Power Cut (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Kitten in the Tree
35. 35.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Milk and curd make our bones strong. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) Our Classroom (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Healthy Food (d) The Vegetable Market
36. 36.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    In January, the sky fills with kites. Kites of every colour dance in the wind. We buy strong string for our kites. At night, people fly kites with small lights. (a) The Railway Station (b) Sports Day (c) The Kite Festival (d) Our School Library
37. 37.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We must not waste water. Turn off the tap while you brush. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. Take a quick bath with one bucket of water. (a) Our Classroom (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Saving Water (d) The Vegetable Market
38. 38.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The night sky is full of wonders. Thousands of stars twinkle above us. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) The Village Fair (b) Making Rangoli (c) The Night Sky (d) A Day at the Beach
39. 39.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school sports day was full of fun. The day began with a march past. I ran in the hundred-metre race. The winners got shiny medals. (a) Saving Water (b) Elephants (c) Sports Day (d) My Best Friend
40. 40.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandmother has a lovely garden. Red roses grow along the fence. She sprinkles the plants every morning. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers. (a) The Village Fair (b) Healthy Food (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Old Banyan Tree

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