Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 802 · 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?
   
   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 Bean Seed (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Dripping Tap
2. 2.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 Nest on the Window (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Kitten in the Tree
3. 3.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) My Pet Cat (b) The Vegetable Market (c) Busy Ants (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
4. 4.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 Dinosaur Book (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Clean Park (d) The Spelling Contest
5. 5.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 store food for the winter. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) My Grandfather (d) Busy Ants
6. 6.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) Lost at the Mela (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Dripping Tap
7. 7.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) A Day at the Beach (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Healthy Food (d) The Old Banyan Tree
8. 8.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   We spent a happy day at the beach. We built a big sandcastle. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. We collected shells near the shore. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) My New Bicycle (c) Our School Library (d) A Day at the Beach
9. 9.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) A Day at the Beach (c) Elephants (d) The Monsoon
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 New Girl (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Big Football Match
11. 11.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 Lost Ring (b) The Bean Seed (c) Priya the Queen (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
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 Lost Ring (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) The Model Volcano
13. 13.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) Sports Day (b) The Cricket Match (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Railway Station
14. 14.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 Railway Station (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Kite Festival
15. 15.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) Grandma's Garden (b) My New Bicycle (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) My Best Friend
16. 16.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandmother has a lovely garden. Red roses grow along the fence. She sprinkles the plants every morning. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) Saving Water (c) The Railway Station (d) Making Rangoli
17. 17.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 Dripping Tap (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Power Cut
18. 18.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) Priya the Queen (c) The Broken Kite (d) Saving the Fish
19. 19.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) Our Classroom (b) The Vegetable Market (c) A Day at the Beach (d) My Pet Cat
20. 20.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. Farhan sits next to me in class. My friend always shares his lunch with me. He is a true friend who helps me. (a) Sports Day (b) My Grandfather (c) My Pet Cat (d) My Best Friend
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) The Peacock (b) Healthy Food (c) Our Classroom (d) A Visit to the Zoo
22. 22.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 New Bicycle (b) The Railway Station (c) Our School Library (d) Saving Water
23. 23.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) The Kite Festival (c) Grandma's Garden (d) Healthy Food
24. 24.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) Healthy Food (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) My New Bicycle (d) Making Rangoli
25. 25.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 Power Cut (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Lost Ring
26. 26.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) Saving the Fish (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Kitten in the Tree
27. 27.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 School Library (b) My Best Friend (c) The Railway Station (d) Elephants
28. 28.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 Broken Kite (b) The Dripping Tap (c) The Bean Seed (d) The New Girl
29. 29.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ramesh is the postman in our area. He brings letters and parcels every day. He carries a big brown bag of letters. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Elephants (d) Our Postman
30. 30.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Saving the Fish
31. 31.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 Day at the Beach (b) Making Rangoli (c) Sports Day (d) Our School Library
32. 32.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) A Day at the Beach (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Village Fair (d) Our School Library
33. 33.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) Grandma's Garden (b) A Day at the Beach (c) The Kite Festival (d) My New Bicycle
34. 34.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. The guide told us about the old kings. (a) The Night Sky (b) Healthy Food (c) The Cricket Match (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
35. 35.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. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. (a) Making Rangoli (b) My Best Friend (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Grandma's Garden
36. 36.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) Sports Day (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Elephants
37. 37.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. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) Busy Ants (b) Sports Day (c) The Village Fair (d) My Grandfather
38. 38.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The night sky is full of wonders. The moon looks like a silver plate. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) My New Bicycle (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) My Grandfather (d) The Night Sky
39. 39.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The peacock is the national bird of India. Its tail feathers have beautiful eye spots. A peacock dances with its feathers spread. Peahens are smaller and brown in colour. (a) Sports Day (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Peacock (d) The Railway Station
40. 40.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 Broken Kite (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Model Volcano (d) A Card for Grandpa

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