Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 45 · 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?
   
   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) Saving Water (b) Healthy Food (c) Our Postman (d) Making Rangoli
2. 2.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   In January, the sky fills with kites. Kites of every colour dance in the wind. We buy strong string for our kites. At night, people fly kites with small lights. (a) The Night Sky (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Kite Festival (d) My Grandfather
3. 3.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our school library is my favourite place. The librarian helps us find good books. We may borrow two books every week. Everyone reads quietly in the library. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Busy Ants (c) Our School Library (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
4. 4.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 Power Cut (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Model Volcano
5. 5.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) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Nest on the Window (d) A Card for Grandpa
6. 6.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) My Best Friend (b) The Monsoon (c) Making Rangoli (d) Saving Water
7. 7.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) The Peacock (b) Healthy Food (c) Sports Day (d) The Kite Festival
8. 8.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 Lost Ring (c) The Spelling Contest (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
9. 9.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) The Night Sky (c) Our Postman (d) Making Rangoli
10. 10.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) The Power Cut (c) The Model Volcano (d) A Helpful Neighbour
11. 11.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) Saving Water (b) The Monsoon (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) My Pet Cat
12. 12.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Clean Park (c) The New Girl (d) The Kitten in the Tree
13. 13.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 Lost Ring (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Big Football Match (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
14. 14.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 Big Football Match (b) The Broken Kite (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) The Kitten in the Tree
15. 15.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) My New Bicycle (b) Our Classroom (c) Elephants (d) Making Rangoli
16. 16.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) My Pet Cat (b) Sports Day (c) The Peacock (d) My New Bicycle
17. 17.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 Broken Kite (b) Lost at the Mela (c) The Clean Park (d) The Kitten in the Tree
18. 18.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) The Monsoon (b) The Peacock (c) The Village Fair (d) The Vegetable Market
19. 19.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 Kitten in the Tree (b) The Clean Park (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Bean Seed
20. 20.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 Spelling Contest (b) The Broken Kite (c) The New Girl (d) The Train to Shimla
21. 21.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) The Monsoon (b) My Best Friend (c) The Night Sky (d) Saving Water
22. 22.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 Pet Cat (b) The Cricket Match (c) Healthy Food (d) The Old Banyan Tree
23. 23.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) The Kitten in the Tree (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Model Volcano
24. 24.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) The Railway Station (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Our School Library (d) The Peacock
25. 25.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) The Cricket Match (b) The Peacock (c) My New Bicycle (d) The Monsoon
26. 26.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 Dinosaur Book (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) The Big Football Match
27. 27.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. Villagers rest in its cool shade. (a) My New Bicycle (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) Grandma's Garden (d) Sports Day
28. 28.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 Railway Station (b) My Best Friend (c) The Monsoon (d) Healthy Food
29. 29.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) Our Classroom (b) Grandma's Garden (c) A Day at the Beach (d) The Vegetable Market
30. 30.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) Our School Library (b) The Village Fair (c) Elephants (d) Saving Water
31. 31.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) Our Postman (b) My Grandfather (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Village Fair
32. 32.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 Vegetable Market (b) The Monsoon (c) A Day at the Beach (d) My Best Friend
33. 33.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) The Peacock (b) Making Rangoli (c) Our Classroom (d) My Pet Cat
34. 34.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) The Railway Station (b) The Peacock (c) My New Bicycle (d) Sports Day
35. 35.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) Lost at the Mela (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Train to Shimla
36. 36.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 Model Volcano (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) The Clean Park
37. 37.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) The Cricket Match (b) Elephants (c) Our School Library (d) The Vegetable Market
38. 38.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) The Night Sky (c) My Best Friend (d) My Grandfather
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) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) Saving the Fish
40. 40.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Spelling Contest (d) A Card for Grandpa

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