Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 19 · 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 paragraph?
   
   Ramesh is the postman in our area. He brings letters and parcels every day. He carries a big brown bag of letters. The postman knows every house on our street. (a) Our Postman (b) The Monsoon (c) Our School Library (d) A Visit to the Zoo
2. 2.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Fruits give us many vitamins. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) Busy Ants (b) The Railway Station (c) The Monsoon (d) Healthy Food
3. 3.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) Saving the Fish (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Big Football Match
4. 4.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   We spent a happy day at the beach. We built a big sandcastle. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. We collected shells near the shore. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Peacock (c) A Day at the Beach (d) The Night Sky
5. 5.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   An old banyan tree stands in our village. Its branches spread very wide. Long roots hang down from its branches. Birds build nests in its branches. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Our Classroom (d) The Night Sky
6. 6.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our class visited an old fort on a hill. We climbed up to the tower. The guide told us about the old kings. From the tower we could see the whole town. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Cricket Match (d) The Kite Festival
7. 7.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) My New Bicycle (b) My Pet Cat (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) The Old Banyan Tree
8. 8.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our class visited an old fort on a hill. Its stone walls were very thick. We climbed up to the tower. The guide told us about the old kings. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) Making Rangoli (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
9. 9.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. Baby elephants stay close to their mothers. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) My Grandfather (c) Elephants (d) Making Rangoli
10. 10.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    An old banyan tree stands in our village. Long roots hang down from its branches. Birds build nests in its branches. Villagers rest in its cool shade. (a) My New Bicycle (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) The Cricket Match (d) Grandma's Garden
11. 11.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    In January, the sky fills with kites. Children fly kites from their rooftops. Kites of every colour dance in the wind. We buy strong string for our kites. (a) The Railway Station (b) The Cricket Match (c) Busy Ants (d) The Kite Festival
12. 12.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Arjun woke up with a bad cough. Dad took Arjun to the doctor. The doctor gave him some cough medicine. In two days, Arjun felt well again. (a) The New Girl (b) The Model Volcano (c) The Power Cut (d) Arjun Gets Well
13. 13.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) Saving Water (b) Healthy Food (c) The Cricket Match (d) Sports Day
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. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) Busy Ants (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Night Sky (d) My New Bicycle
15. 15.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 Big Football Match (b) The Bean Seed (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) The Dripping Tap
16. 16.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Ananya entered the school spelling contest. Ananya learnt ten new spellings every day. In the final round, she spelt every word right. Ananya won the contest and a shiny trophy. (a) The Nest on the Window (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Bean Seed
17. 17.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) My New Bicycle (b) My Pet Cat (c) Our School Library (d) The Monsoon
18. 18.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Priya got the role of a queen in the school play. Priya practised her lines every evening. On stage, Priya spoke her lines perfectly. Everyone clapped loudly for the queen. (a) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Clean Park
19. 19.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. Our team scored fifty runs. Imran took the last wicket. Everyone cheered when we won the match. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Cricket Match (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Monsoon
20. 20.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Kabir made a kite with paper and sticks. He flew the kite high above the roof. Suddenly the string snapped and the kite fell. Kabir mended the kite and flew it again. (a) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Clean Park
21. 21.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Meera wanted to bake a cake for Mum. She mixed flour, sugar and milk in a bowl. Grandma helped her put the cake in the oven. Mum smiled when she tasted the cake. (a) The Lost Ring (b) Saving the Fish (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
22. 22.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. Farhan sits next to me in class. Farhan and I play football after school. He is a true friend who helps me. (a) Our Postman (b) The Cricket Match (c) My Best Friend (d) The Monsoon
23. 23.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) The Power Cut
24. 24.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school library is my favourite place. It has tall shelves full of storybooks. The librarian helps us find good books. Everyone reads quietly in the library. (a) Our School Library (b) A Day at the Beach (c) Busy Ants (d) Elephants
25. 25.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our classroom is bright and clean. It has big windows that let in sunlight. Our desks are arranged in neat rows. We keep our classroom tidy every day. (a) Making Rangoli (b) Our School Library (c) Sports Day (d) Our Classroom
26. 26.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 Train to Shimla (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Saving the Fish (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
27. 27.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    I got a new bicycle on my birthday. It is red with a shiny silver bell. I ride it to the park every evening. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) My Grandfather (b) Our School Library (c) My New Bicycle (d) The Old Banyan Tree
28. 28.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    I got a new bicycle on my birthday. Its seat is soft and comfortable. I ride it to the park every evening. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) The Kite Festival (b) My New Bicycle (c) The Peacock (d) The Monsoon
29. 29.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. Then we fill it with bright coloured powder. We place small lamps around the design. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli. (a) The Monsoon (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Making Rangoli
30. 30.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our school library is my favourite place. It has tall shelves full of storybooks. We may borrow two books every week. Everyone reads quietly in the library. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) My Grandfather (c) The Monsoon (d) Our School Library
31. 31.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Neel was scared to go into the pool. His coach taught him to float in the pool. Slowly, Neel learnt to kick and move his arms. By summer, Neel could swim across the pool. (a) Neel Learns to Swim (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) The Power Cut (d) The Broken Kite
32. 32.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) My Pet Cat (b) Sports Day (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Village Fair
33. 33.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The night sky is full of wonders. The moon looks like a silver plate. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) Our Classroom (b) The Monsoon (c) The Night Sky (d) A Visit to the Zoo
34. 34.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) The Bean Seed (b) The Spelling Contest (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) Saving the Fish
35. 35.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) The Power Cut (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Spelling Contest
36. 36.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The vegetable market near our house opens early. Shoppers pick the best onions and potatoes. People bargain loudly over prices. By noon, most of the vegetables are sold. (a) Busy Ants (b) The Night Sky (c) A Day at the Beach (d) The Vegetable Market
37. 37.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Aisha and her parents got on a train to Shimla. The train left the station with a loud whistle. Hours later, the train climbed into the hills. At last Aisha reached Shimla, cool and happy. (a) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) The Spelling Contest
38. 38.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The monsoon is my favourite season. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields. Children float paper boats in puddles. The monsoon turns the dry fields green. (a) The Monsoon (b) My Best Friend (c) Our Postman (d) My Pet Cat
39. 39.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Mrs Rao next door slipped and hurt her leg. Zoya ran to help Mrs Rao get up. Zoya's parents took Mrs Rao to the clinic. Mrs Rao thanked Zoya with a box of sweets. (a) The Spelling Contest (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) A Helpful Neighbour
40. 40.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We have a pet cat named Mishti. She has soft white fur and green eyes. Mishti drinks milk from a blue bowl. She sleeps in a basket near the window. (a) My Pet Cat (b) The Village Fair (c) Our School Library (d) The Monsoon

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