Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 47 · 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?
   
   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) Saving Water (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Our School Library
2. 2.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Our Postman (c) Busy Ants (d) Healthy Food
3. 3.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Model Volcano
4. 4.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. Then we fill it with bright coloured powder. We place small lamps around the design. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) The Cricket Match (c) Making Rangoli (d) Elephants
5. 5.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 Cricket Match (b) A Day at the Beach (c) My Grandfather (d) Grandma's Garden
6. 6.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. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. (a) Healthy Food (b) Busy Ants (c) The Peacock (d) The Kite Festival
7. 7.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. Our team scored fifty runs. Imran took the last wicket. Everyone cheered when we won the match. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) Making Rangoli (c) The Cricket Match (d) Healthy Food
8. 8.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 Cricket Match (b) The Monsoon (c) Our Classroom (d) The Railway Station
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) Our Classroom (b) Making Rangoli (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Our School Library
10. 10.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. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) My Best Friend (c) My Grandfather (d) A Visit to the Zoo
11. 11.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Power Cut
12. 12.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) The Spelling Contest (b) The Power Cut (c) The Train to Shimla (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
13. 13.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The night sky is full of wonders. Thousands of stars twinkle above us. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) The Railway Station (b) The Night Sky (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Our Classroom
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 Power Cut (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) Saving the Fish
15. 15.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Bean Seed
16. 16.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) The Peacock (b) The Railway Station (c) Elephants (d) Our Postman
17. 17.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 Power Cut (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Bean Seed (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
18. 18.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) Our Classroom (b) Saving Water (c) My Pet Cat (d) Busy Ants
19. 19.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) Priya the Queen (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Lost Ring
20. 20.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) Our School Library (b) Saving Water (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) My Pet Cat
21. 21.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    In January, the sky fills with kites. Children fly kites from their rooftops. We buy strong string for our kites. At night, people fly kites with small lights. (a) The Railway Station (b) The Night Sky (c) The Kite Festival (d) Grandma's Garden
22. 22.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) Making Rangoli (b) Healthy Food (c) Our School Library (d) The Night Sky
23. 23.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) Saving Water (b) Elephants (c) Sports Day (d) Busy Ants
24. 24.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) My Pet Cat (c) The Vegetable Market (d) The Kite Festival
25. 25.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Dripping Tap (d) Lost at the Mela
26. 26.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) My New Bicycle (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Our Classroom (d) Making Rangoli
27. 27.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) My New Bicycle (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Cricket Match
28. 28.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The monsoon is my favourite season. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields. Children float paper boats in puddles. The monsoon turns the dry fields green. (a) My Grandfather (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Monsoon (d) The Vegetable Market
29. 29.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 Power Cut (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The New Girl (d) The Dinosaur Book
30. 30.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) My New Bicycle (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Monsoon
31. 31.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) A Helpful Neighbour
32. 32.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Train to Shimla (d) The Nest on the Window
33. 33.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 Spelling Contest (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Power Cut
34. 34.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 Kite Festival (b) My Grandfather (c) Busy Ants (d) The Railway Station
35. 35.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) The Lost Ring (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) Lost at the Mela
36. 36.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Lost Ring (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
37. 37.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 Big Football Match (b) The Broken Kite (c) The Train to Shimla (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
38. 38.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) Neel Learns to Swim (c) Priya the Queen (d) A Card for Grandpa
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. Elephants eat grass, leaves and fruit. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) My Best Friend (c) Making Rangoli (d) Elephants
40. 40.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    A fair comes to our village every winter. Stalls sell bangles, toys and balloons. A magician does tricks for the children. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Sports Day (c) My New Bicycle (d) The Village Fair

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