Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 770 · 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?
   
   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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Train to Shimla (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Broken Kite
2. 2.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Ramesh is the postman in our area. He brings letters and parcels every day. The postman knows every house on our street. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) Busy Ants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Railway Station (d) Our Postman
3. 3.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 Grandfather (b) Busy Ants (c) Our Classroom (d) My New Bicycle
4. 4.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 Spelling Contest (c) Lost at the Mela (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
5. 5.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) Our School Library (b) The Railway Station (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Vegetable Market
6. 6.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 Dripping Tap (b) The Model Volcano (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) The Bean Seed
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) The Spelling Contest (b) The Nest on the Window (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Bean Seed
8. 8.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 Bean Seed (b) Saving the Fish (c) Lost at the Mela (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
9. 9.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) The Railway Station (b) Our School Library (c) The Monsoon (d) A Visit to the Zoo
10. 10.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 Dripping Tap (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Big Football Match (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
11. 11.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) The Village Fair (b) A Day at the Beach (c) Healthy Food (d) The Vegetable Market
12. 12.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Clean Park (d) The Broken Kite
13. 13.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) Our Postman (b) The Kite Festival (c) The Cricket Match (d) Making Rangoli
14. 14.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) Our Classroom (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Sports Day (d) Making Rangoli
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. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) The Monsoon (b) The Railway Station (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) A Card for Grandpa (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
17. 17.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 Railway Station (b) Elephants (c) Healthy Food (d) Making Rangoli
18. 18.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) Busy Ants (b) Sports Day (c) My New Bicycle (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
19. 19.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) The Clean Park (b) The Spelling Contest (c) Priya the Queen (d) Lost at the Mela
20. 20.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) The Vegetable Market (c) The Village Fair (d) Sports Day
21. 21.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. The winners got shiny medals. (a) Making Rangoli (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Our Postman (d) Sports Day
22. 22.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) My New Bicycle (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) The Monsoon
23. 23.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) Our Postman (b) The Railway Station (c) The Cricket Match (d) My New Bicycle
24. 24.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 Monsoon (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Our Classroom (d) My New Bicycle
25. 25.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) Saving the Fish (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Train to Shimla (d) Neel Learns to Swim
26. 26.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Clean Park
27. 27.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) My Grandfather (b) The Railway Station (c) The Cricket Match (d) Busy Ants
28. 28.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 Big Football Match (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The New Girl (d) The Power Cut
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 Kitten in the Tree (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) The Spelling Contest
30. 30.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. We buy strong string for our kites. (a) Busy Ants (b) Our Classroom (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) The Kite Festival
31. 31.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 Peacock (b) My New Bicycle (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Village Fair
32. 32.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. A green board hangs at the front. (a) Our Classroom (b) Sports Day (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Night Sky
33. 33.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 Nest on the Window (b) The New Girl (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) The Big Football Match
34. 34.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) My Best Friend (b) My Grandfather (c) Busy Ants (d) The Peacock
35. 35.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) Saving the Fish (b) The Lost Ring (c) The Train to Shimla (d) The Kitten in the Tree
36. 36.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) My New Bicycle (b) The Cricket Match (c) Healthy Food (d) A Day at the Beach
37. 37.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) The Lost Ring (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Dripping Tap
38. 38.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) Priya the Queen (b) The Lost Ring (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Train to Shimla
39. 39.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Elephants are the biggest land animals. They have long trunks and big ears. Elephants eat grass, leaves and fruit. Baby elephants stay close to their mothers. (a) The Kite Festival (b) Sports Day (c) Grandma's Garden (d) Elephants
40. 40.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) Priya the Queen

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