Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 596 · 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?
   
   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 Railway Station (b) The Village Fair (c) Elephants (d) My Pet Cat
2. 2.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) My Grandfather (b) The Kite Festival (c) Sports Day (d) The Monsoon
3. 3.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 Train to Shimla (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Lost Ring
4. 4.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) Sports Day (c) Our Postman (d) Our Classroom
5. 5.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. Birds build nests in its branches. (a) The Monsoon (b) A Day at the Beach (c) The Vegetable Market (d) The Old Banyan Tree
6. 6.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 Nest on the Window (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Priya the Queen (d) Arjun Gets Well
7. 7.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) Making Rangoli (b) The Peacock (c) The Night Sky (d) A Day at the Beach
8. 8.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) Lost at the Mela (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Bean Seed
9. 9.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our school library is my favourite place. It has tall shelves full of storybooks. We may borrow two books every week. Everyone reads quietly in the library. (a) The Kite Festival (b) Our School Library (c) The Railway Station (d) Sports Day
10. 10.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Nest on the Window (c) The Spelling Contest (d) Neel Learns to Swim
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) The New Girl (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Nest on the Window (d) Lost at the Mela
12. 12.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) Making Rangoli (b) The Monsoon (c) Healthy Food (d) The Cricket Match
13. 13.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) Our School Library (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Vegetable Market (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
14. 14.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 Spelling Contest (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Dripping Tap
15. 15.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 School Library (b) My Grandfather (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Making Rangoli
16. 16.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 Broken Kite (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The New Girl
17. 17.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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Lost at the Mela
18. 18.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Model Volcano (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Power Cut
19. 19.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) Saving Water (b) Our School Library (c) The Railway Station (d) The Kite Festival
20. 20.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 Train to Shimla (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Clean Park (d) The Lost Ring
21. 21.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    A fair comes to our village every winter. There is a giant wheel and a merry-go-round. Stalls sell bangles, toys and balloons. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) The Village Fair (b) Saving Water (c) The Cricket Match (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
22. 22.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) Grandma's Garden (b) My New Bicycle (c) The Cricket Match (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
23. 23.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) My Pet Cat (b) Elephants (c) The Monsoon (d) Our Classroom
24. 24.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) Saving the Fish (b) The Big Football Match (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Train to Shimla
25. 25.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 Clean Park (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Kitten in the Tree
26. 26.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Milk and curd make our bones strong. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) The Cricket Match (b) The Monsoon (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Healthy Food
27. 27.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 Old Banyan Tree (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Our School Library (d) Healthy Food
28. 28.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 Train to Shimla (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) The New Girl
29. 29.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) Elephants (b) The Railway Station (c) The Cricket Match (d) Saving Water
30. 30.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    A fair comes to our village every winter. There is a giant wheel and a merry-go-round. A magician does tricks for the children. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) The Village Fair (b) Our School Library (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Vegetable Market
31. 31.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Railway Station (c) The Peacock (d) My New Bicycle
32. 32.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) The Spelling Contest (b) The New Girl (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) The Lost Ring
33. 33.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) Making Rangoli (b) The Peacock (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Old Banyan Tree
34. 34.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 Best Friend (b) Our Postman (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Monsoon
35. 35.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) The Power Cut (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Nest on the Window
36. 36.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 Lost Ring (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Broken Kite
37. 37.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) The Railway Station (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Busy Ants (d) Grandma's Garden
38. 38.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) Making Rangoli (b) Busy Ants (c) My Best Friend (d) The Monsoon
39. 39.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) The Bean Seed (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Clean Park
40. 40.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 Lost Ring (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) The Nest on the Window

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