Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 347 · 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?
   
   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) A Card for Grandpa (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Clean Park (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
2. 2.Which is the best title for this story?
   
   Manav saw plastic bags all over the park. He asked his friends to help clean the park. They picked up the rubbish and filled ten sacks. The park looked clean and green again. (a) The Broken Kite (b) The Clean Park (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Train to Shimla
3. 3.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 Big Football Match (b) The Power Cut (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Dinosaur Book
4. 4.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) The Nest on the Window (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) Priya the Queen
5. 5.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 Train to Shimla (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Saving the Fish (d) A Card for Grandpa
6. 6.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Train to Shimla
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. We climbed up to the tower. The guide told us about the old kings. (a) My Pet Cat (b) The Railway Station (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Making Rangoli
8. 8.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 walk one behind the other in a line. (a) The Cricket Match (b) Sports Day (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) Busy Ants
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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) My Grandfather (d) Our Postman
10. 10.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 Spelling Contest (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Nest on the Window
11. 11.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) The Lost Ring (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
12. 12.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 Dripping Tap (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Clean Park
13. 13.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) My Pet Cat (b) The Monsoon (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) My Best Friend
14. 14.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Making Rangoli (c) My New Bicycle (d) Our Classroom
15. 15.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) Priya the Queen (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Clean Park (d) The Big Football Match
16. 16.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) A Day at the Beach (c) The Railway Station (d) Our Classroom
17. 17.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandfather is seventy years old. Grandpa tells us stories of his childhood. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) My Grandfather (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Busy Ants
18. 18.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Sports Day (c) The Night Sky (d) Grandma's Garden
19. 19.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) The Railway Station (b) The Night Sky (c) Grandma's Garden (d) My New Bicycle
20. 20.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) The Peacock (b) My Grandfather (c) My Best Friend (d) Grandma's Garden
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 Dripping Tap (b) The Clean Park (c) Saving the Fish (d) A Helpful Neighbour
22. 22.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) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Healthy Food
23. 23.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our classroom is bright and clean. Our desks are arranged in neat rows. A green board hangs at the front. We keep our classroom tidy every day. (a) The Monsoon (b) Our School Library (c) Our Classroom (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
24. 24.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 New Girl (b) The Spelling Contest (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Nest on the Window
25. 25.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Train to Shimla (d) The New Girl
26. 26.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 New Girl (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Broken Kite (d) Neel Learns to Swim
27. 27.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) A Day at the Beach (b) The Kite Festival (c) The Village Fair (d) Our Classroom
28. 28.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) Our Classroom (b) The Village Fair (c) Busy Ants (d) The Kite Festival
29. 29.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) Elephants (b) Our Postman (c) Saving Water (d) Grandma's Garden
30. 30.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) The Lost Ring (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Model Volcano
31. 31.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) The Cricket Match (b) The Monsoon (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Night Sky
32. 32.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) Grandma's Garden (b) My Grandfather (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Busy Ants
33. 33.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. A green board hangs at the front. (a) Our Classroom (b) Saving Water (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Night Sky
34. 34.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. At night, people fly kites with small lights. (a) The Monsoon (b) Making Rangoli (c) Sports Day (d) The Kite Festival
35. 35.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. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) My Grandfather (c) The Cricket Match (d) Sports Day
36. 36.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) The Monsoon (b) Our School Library (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Village Fair
37. 37.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 Kitten in the Tree (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Spelling Contest
38. 38.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 Model Volcano (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Lost Ring
39. 39.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) The Vegetable Market (b) My Pet Cat (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) Busy Ants
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. Mishti chases balls of wool all day. (a) My Best Friend (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Healthy Food (d) My Pet Cat

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