Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 216 · 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?
   
   The railway station is always busy. Trains arrive and leave every few minutes. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform. Loud announcements tell people about the trains. (a) The Monsoon (b) A Day at the Beach (c) The Railway Station (d) The Village Fair
2. 2.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) The Bean Seed
3. 3.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Broken Kite
4. 4.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) The Village Fair (c) Our Classroom (d) My Pet Cat
5. 5.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Farhan heard a kitten meowing in a tree. He fetched a ladder and climbed up carefully. He brought the scared kitten down safely. Farhan's family decided to keep the kitten. (a) The Dinosaur Book (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Power Cut (d) The Kitten in the Tree
6. 6.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The Dripping Tap
7. 7.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) The Railway Station (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Our Classroom
8. 8.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 Dripping Tap (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
9. 9.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) The Train to Shimla (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Kitten in the Tree
10. 10.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 Railway Station (b) My New Bicycle (c) Making Rangoli (d) My Pet Cat
11. 11.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 Clean Park (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Kitten in the Tree
12. 12.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. Farhan sits next to me in class. My friend always shares his lunch with me. He is a true friend who helps me. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) Busy Ants (c) My Best Friend (d) The Night Sky
13. 13.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) The Big Football Match (b) The Clean Park (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) The New Girl
14. 14.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) The Lost Ring (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) Priya the Queen (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Model Volcano
16. 16.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. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) My Pet Cat (b) The Railway Station (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) The Monsoon
17. 17.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Spelling Contest
18. 18.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ramesh is the postman in our area. He carries a big brown bag of letters. The postman knows every house on our street. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) My Pet Cat (b) Our Postman (c) Our Classroom (d) Elephants
19. 19.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 Broken Kite (b) The Nest on the Window (c) The Power Cut (d) Saving the Fish
20. 20.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Bean Seed (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
21. 21.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 Lost Ring (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) Priya the Queen (d) The New Girl
22. 22.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We have a pet cat named Mishti. Mishti drinks milk from a blue bowl. She sleeps in a basket near the window. Mishti chases balls of wool all day. (a) Healthy Food (b) My Pet Cat (c) My New Bicycle (d) The Vegetable Market
23. 23.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Peacock (d) Making Rangoli
24. 24.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The monsoon is my favourite season. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down. Children float paper boats in puddles. The monsoon turns the dry fields green. (a) Making Rangoli (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Monsoon (d) My Best Friend
25. 25.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandmother has a lovely garden. Red roses grow along the fence. She grows tomatoes and chillies too. She sprinkles the plants every morning. (a) Elephants (b) The Peacock (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Kite Festival
26. 26.Which is the best title for this story?
    
    Yash saw a bird building a nest on his window. Soon there were three small eggs in the nest. One morning, tiny chicks hatched from the eggs. Yash watched the chicks learn to fly. (a) The Nest on the Window (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Lost Ring (d) A Card for Grandpa
27. 27.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandmother has a lovely garden. Red roses grow along the fence. She grows tomatoes and chillies too. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers. (a) Our Postman (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) Sports Day (d) Grandma's Garden
28. 28.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) Elephants (b) The Peacock (c) Grandma's Garden (d) My Best Friend
29. 29.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 Cricket Match (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) The Railway Station (d) Saving Water
30. 30.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 Power Cut (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Dripping Tap
31. 31.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. From the tower we could see the whole town. (a) Elephants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Our Classroom (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
32. 32.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) Saving the Fish (b) The Bean Seed (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Nest on the Window
33. 33.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) My Pet Cat (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Healthy Food (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
34. 34.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    An old banyan tree stands in our village. Its branches spread very wide. Birds build nests in its branches. Villagers rest in its cool shade. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Sports Day (d) The Peacock
35. 35.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We must not waste water. Turn off the tap while you brush. Fix leaking taps quickly. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Kite Festival (c) Making Rangoli (d) Saving Water
36. 36.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. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) My Pet Cat (b) The Village Fair (c) The Peacock (d) Our Postman
37. 37.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. We may borrow two books every week. (a) Our School Library (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Monsoon (d) Saving Water
38. 38.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) Elephants (c) Saving Water (d) The Monsoon
39. 39.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) The Model Volcano (b) Saving the Fish (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) Lost at the Mela
40. 40.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Fruits give us many vitamins. Milk and curd make our bones strong. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) Healthy Food (c) Grandma's Garden (d) My Best Friend

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