Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 428 · 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?
   
   My grandmother has a lovely garden. Red roses grow along the fence. She sprinkles the plants every morning. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers. (a) Our School Library (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Monsoon
2. 2.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) Healthy Food (b) The Village Fair (c) The Monsoon (d) A Visit to the Zoo
3. 3.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) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Dinosaur Book
4. 4.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. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) Our Postman (b) My Pet Cat (c) The Railway Station (d) The Village Fair
5. 5.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) Our Classroom (b) Busy Ants (c) My Pet Cat (d) Sports Day
6. 6.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. A peacock dances with its feathers spread. (a) The Railway Station (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Monsoon (d) The Peacock
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 walk one behind the other in a line. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) My New Bicycle (d) Busy Ants
8. 8.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 Cricket Match (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Night Sky (d) My Pet Cat
9. 9.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Our Postman (d) The Monsoon
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) Lost at the Mela (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Big Football Match
11. 11.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 Kitten in the Tree (b) The Broken Kite (c) The Power Cut (d) Saving the Fish
12. 12.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. My friend always shares his lunch with me. Farhan and I play football after school. He is a true friend who helps me. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Village Fair (c) My Best Friend (d) The Railway Station
13. 13.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) Elephants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Our Postman (d) The Kite Festival
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 Broken Kite (b) The New Girl (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
15. 15.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) Priya the Queen (b) The Nest on the Window (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) The Train to Shimla
16. 16.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) Lost at the Mela (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) Neel Learns to Swim
17. 17.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) Lost at the Mela (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Saving the Fish
18. 18.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) Our School Library (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Railway Station (d) Our Classroom
19. 19.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. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) Our Classroom (b) Our School Library (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) The Kite Festival
20. 20.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) Our Classroom (b) My Grandfather (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Our School Library
21. 21.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) The Model Volcano (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Broken Kite
22. 22.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) The Power Cut (c) The New Girl (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
23. 23.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Healthy Food (c) Our School Library (d) Making Rangoli
24. 24.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. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. (a) The Cricket Match (b) My Pet Cat (c) Elephants (d) The Night Sky
25. 25.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) The Dripping Tap (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Dinosaur Book
26. 26.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. Kunal bowled very fast. Imran took the last wicket. Everyone cheered when we won the match. (a) Making Rangoli (b) The Cricket Match (c) Sports Day (d) Our School Library
27. 27.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Dripping Tap
28. 28.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The New Girl (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
29. 29.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 Night Sky (b) Healthy Food (c) The Cricket Match (d) Grandma's Garden
30. 30.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) Priya the Queen (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Kitten in the Tree
31. 31.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 Lost Ring (b) The Clean Park (c) The Train to Shimla (d) A Card for Grandpa
32. 32.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Elephants (c) Our Classroom (d) Sports Day
33. 33.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) My New Bicycle (b) My Grandfather (c) The Peacock (d) Grandma's Garden
34. 34.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) Making Rangoli (b) My Grandfather (c) Busy Ants (d) Grandma's Garden
35. 35.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) Sports Day (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Our School Library (d) The Old Banyan Tree
36. 36.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 oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) Saving Water (b) My Best Friend (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) My New Bicycle
37. 37.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 Train to Shimla (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) Arjun Gets Well
38. 38.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We must not waste water. Turn off the tap while you brush. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. Take a quick bath with one bucket of water. (a) Elephants (b) Making Rangoli (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Saving Water
39. 39.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 Dinosaur Book (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Lost Ring (d) Saving the Fish
40. 40.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. By noon, most of the vegetables are sold. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Vegetable Market (c) Saving Water (d) The Kite Festival

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