Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 661 · 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?
   
   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 Dripping Tap (b) The Spelling Contest (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
2. 2.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 Peacock (b) My Grandfather (c) Sports Day (d) Grandma's Garden
3. 3.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 Nest on the Window (b) The Model Volcano (c) The Power Cut (d) The New Girl
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) Grandma's Garden (b) Our School Library (c) A Day at the Beach (d) The Railway Station
5. 5.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) The Village Fair (c) Sports Day (d) Our Classroom
6. 6.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) The Vegetable Market (b) My Grandfather (c) Our Classroom (d) Healthy Food
7. 7.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) The Big Football Match (c) The Bean Seed (d) Arjun Gets Well
8. 8.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. Kunal bowled very fast. Our team scored fifty runs. Everyone cheered when we won the match. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Cricket Match (d) My New Bicycle
9. 9.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. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. (a) My New Bicycle (b) A Day at the Beach (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) My Grandfather
10. 10.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 Night Sky (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Railway Station (d) The Peacock
11. 11.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) The Kite Festival (b) Saving Water (c) Our Classroom (d) Making Rangoli
12. 12.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) Priya the Queen (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) The Big Football Match
13. 13.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. Kunal bowled very fast. Our team scored fifty runs. Imran took the last wicket. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Cricket Match (c) Sports Day (d) The Monsoon
14. 14.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 Old Banyan Tree (b) Our School Library (c) Elephants (d) The Monsoon
15. 15.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) The Lost Ring (c) The Train to Shimla (d) A Card for Grandpa
16. 16.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Broken Kite (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
17. 17.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our class visited an old fort on a hill. Its stone walls were very thick. The guide told us about the old kings. From the tower we could see the whole town. (a) My Pet Cat (b) Sports Day (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) My New Bicycle
18. 18.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) Our School Library (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Kite Festival (d) The Railway Station
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) The Model Volcano (b) The Spelling Contest (c) The Lost Ring (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
20. 20.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) Saving the Fish (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Kitten in the Tree
21. 21.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) Busy Ants (b) Sports Day (c) Making Rangoli (d) Our Classroom
22. 22.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) Making Rangoli (b) The Peacock (c) Our School Library (d) My Pet Cat
23. 23.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 New Bicycle (b) Sports Day (c) The Night Sky (d) A Visit to the Zoo
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) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Big Football Match (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
25. 25.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) A Day at the Beach (b) Our School Library (c) Elephants (d) The Monsoon
26. 26.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) Our School Library (c) The Night Sky (d) My Best Friend
27. 27.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 Power Cut (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Big Football Match
28. 28.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) The Night Sky (b) My Best Friend (c) A Day at the Beach (d) Our Postman
29. 29.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The railway station is always busy. Trains arrive and leave every few minutes. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform. Loud announcements tell people about the trains. (a) My Best Friend (b) Elephants (c) The Railway Station (d) The Monsoon
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) My Best Friend (c) Elephants (d) Our Classroom
31. 31.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) Healthy Food (c) The Railway Station (d) The Monsoon
32. 32.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    In January, the sky fills with kites. Children fly kites from their rooftops. Kites of every colour dance in the wind. At night, people fly kites with small lights. (a) Making Rangoli (b) The Peacock (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Kite Festival
33. 33.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) Our School Library (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Peacock (d) Sports Day
34. 34.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) Priya the Queen (b) The Power Cut (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Dripping Tap
35. 35.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) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Dripping Tap (d) Lost at the Mela
36. 36.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) My Pet Cat (b) My New Bicycle (c) The Night Sky (d) Grandma's Garden
37. 37.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Train to Shimla (d) Lost at the Mela
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) The Night Sky (b) My Pet Cat (c) My Best Friend (d) Elephants
39. 39.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Nest on the Window (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Dinosaur Book
40. 40.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) Saving Water (c) The Monsoon (d) My Pet Cat

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