Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 408 · 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?
   
   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) Arjun Gets Well (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Model Volcano
2. 2.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) Saving the Fish (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Spelling Contest
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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) The Broken Kite
4. 4.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) The Kite Festival (b) The Night Sky (c) Grandma's Garden (d) Healthy Food
5. 5.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Ants are tiny but very hard-working. Ants can carry food heavier than themselves. Ants walk one behind the other in a line. Ants store food for the winter. (a) Busy Ants (b) Making Rangoli (c) Our Classroom (d) Our School Library
6. 6.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) The Spelling Contest (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Kitten in the Tree
7. 7.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 Lost Ring (b) The Nest on the Window (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) The Power Cut
8. 8.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) The Old Banyan Tree (c) The Village Fair (d) Our School Library
9. 9.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 Model Volcano (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Train to Shimla
10. 10.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Model Volcano (d) Lost at the Mela
11. 11.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) Grandma's Garden (b) Busy Ants (c) Our Classroom (d) Sports Day
12. 12.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) Busy Ants (c) Our School Library (d) Our Classroom
13. 13.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 Spelling Contest (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Broken Kite
14. 14.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 Kitten in the Tree (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) A Card for Grandpa
15. 15.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) The Old Banyan Tree (c) Sports Day (d) A Day at the Beach
16. 16.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 Postman (b) Busy Ants (c) The Monsoon (d) Our Classroom
17. 17.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Elephants are the biggest land animals. They have long trunks and big ears. Elephants eat grass, leaves and fruit. Baby elephants stay close to their mothers. (a) Elephants (b) A Day at the Beach (c) The Railway Station (d) My Pet Cat
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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Model Volcano (c) The New Girl (d) Priya the Queen
19. 19.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Bean Seed (d) A Helpful Neighbour
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) Saving the Fish (b) The Dripping Tap (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Kitten in the Tree
21. 21.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) Saving the Fish (b) The Broken Kite (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) Lost at the Mela
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 Day at the Beach (c) Sports Day (d) The Railway Station
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 New Bicycle (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Sports Day (d) The Monsoon
24. 24.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Bean Seed (c) The Lost Ring (d) Lost at the Mela
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) Elephants (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Our School Library (d) A Visit to the Zoo
26. 26.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) The Cricket Match (b) My New Bicycle (c) A Day at the Beach (d) Elephants
27. 27.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. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli. (a) My Best Friend (b) Our Classroom (c) Our School Library (d) Making Rangoli
28. 28.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) The Vegetable Market (b) The Cricket Match (c) Making Rangoli (d) My New Bicycle
29. 29.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) The Power Cut (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Bean Seed
30. 30.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our classroom is bright and clean. It has big windows that let in sunlight. A green board hangs at the front. We keep our classroom tidy every day. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Our Classroom (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Railway Station
31. 31.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
32. 32.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) The Night Sky (c) My Grandfather (d) Making Rangoli
33. 33.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We spent a happy day at the beach. The waves splashed over our feet. We built a big sandcastle. We collected shells near the shore. (a) The Peacock (b) Making Rangoli (c) My New Bicycle (d) A Day at the Beach
34. 34.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The peacock is the national bird of India. It has a long, bright blue neck. Its tail feathers have beautiful eye spots. Peahens are smaller and brown in colour. (a) The Kite Festival (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Cricket Match (d) The Peacock
35. 35.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Our Postman (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Cricket Match
36. 36.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. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) The Monsoon (c) The Village Fair (d) The Railway Station
37. 37.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. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. (a) The Railway Station (b) Our Postman (c) The Peacock (d) A Visit to the Zoo
38. 38.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) Making Rangoli (b) The Vegetable Market (c) My New Bicycle (d) The Peacock
39. 39.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) Our School Library (b) Elephants (c) Our Classroom (d) A Day at the Beach
40. 40.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) My Best Friend (b) My Pet Cat (c) The Peacock (d) Our School Library

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