Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 320 · 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?
   
   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 Nest on the Window (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Broken Kite
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) The Bean Seed (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Nest on the Window
3. 3.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. The monsoon turns the dry fields green. (a) Our Postman (b) Our School Library (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Monsoon
4. 4.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 Big Football Match (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) A Helpful Neighbour
5. 5.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) The Monsoon (b) Elephants (c) Grandma's Garden (d) Making Rangoli
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) The Lost Ring (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The Dinosaur Book
7. 7.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Ants are tiny but very hard-working. They live together in an anthill. Ants can carry food heavier than themselves. Ants store food for the winter. (a) Elephants (b) The Monsoon (c) Busy Ants (d) My New Bicycle
8. 8.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) Our School Library (b) Our Classroom (c) The Railway Station (d) My Pet Cat
9. 9.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Power Cut
10. 10.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) The Peacock (b) My New Bicycle (c) The Monsoon (d) The Village Fair
11. 11.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 Broken Kite (b) The Spelling Contest (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) The Dinosaur Book
12. 12.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. Our house won the tug of war. (a) Sports Day (b) Our School Library (c) My Grandfather (d) The Monsoon
13. 13.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 School Library (c) My New Bicycle (d) A Day at the Beach
14. 14.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 New Girl (b) The Broken Kite (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Dripping Tap
15. 15.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) Making Rangoli (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Monsoon (d) Healthy Food
16. 16.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The peacock is the national bird of India. It has a long, bright blue neck. A peacock dances with its feathers spread. Peahens are smaller and brown in colour. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) Our Postman (c) The Peacock (d) My Pet Cat
17. 17.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) The Night Sky (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Sports Day (d) Saving Water
18. 18.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 Train to Shimla (b) The Spelling Contest (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
19. 19.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Bean Seed (d) A Card for Grandpa
20. 20.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 Broken Kite (b) The Dripping Tap (c) The New Girl (d) The Kitten in the Tree
21. 21.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. Farhan and I play football after school. (a) The Cricket Match (b) The Village Fair (c) The Railway Station (d) My Best Friend
22. 22.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Model Volcano (d) The Clean Park
23. 23.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) The Train to Shimla (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Dripping Tap
24. 24.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandmother has a lovely garden. She grows tomatoes and chillies too. She sprinkles the plants every morning. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers. (a) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) The Kite Festival (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Grandma's Garden
25. 25.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 New Bicycle (b) The Kite Festival (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) A Day at the Beach
26. 26.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Dripping Tap (d) A Helpful Neighbour
27. 27.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) The Vegetable Market (b) Our School Library (c) My Best Friend (d) Elephants
28. 28.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. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) The Kite Festival (b) Healthy Food (c) My Best Friend (d) Elephants
29. 29.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Bean Seed (c) The New Girl (d) Saving the Fish
30. 30.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) Saving Water (b) Making Rangoli (c) A Day at the Beach (d) The Old Banyan Tree
31. 31.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) The Monsoon (b) My Pet Cat (c) The Village Fair (d) The Kite Festival
32. 32.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandfather is seventy years old. My grandfather goes for a walk every morning. Grandpa tells us stories of his childhood. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. (a) The Cricket Match (b) Our Classroom (c) The Night Sky (d) My Grandfather
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) The Kite Festival (b) Healthy Food (c) A Day at the Beach (d) My Best Friend
34. 34.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 Nest on the Window (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Lost Ring (d) A Card for Grandpa
35. 35.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 ride it to the park every evening. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) My New Bicycle (c) Making Rangoli (d) My Pet Cat
36. 36.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 Power Cut (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Model Volcano
37. 37.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) The Kite Festival (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Healthy Food
38. 38.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Elephants are the biggest land animals. An elephant picks up food with its trunk. Elephants eat grass, leaves and fruit. Baby elephants stay close to their mothers. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) Healthy Food (c) Elephants (d) My New Bicycle
39. 39.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) Priya the Queen (b) The Model Volcano (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) Neel Learns to Swim
40. 40.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We must not waste water. Turn off the tap while you brush. Fix leaking taps quickly. Take a quick bath with one bucket of water. (a) The Vegetable Market (b) Our School Library (c) Saving Water (d) A Trip to the Old Fort

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