Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 810 · 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 Broken Kite (b) The Clean Park (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Lost Ring
2. 2.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 Railway Station (b) The Village Fair (c) The Kite Festival (d) Grandma's Garden
3. 3.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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Dripping Tap
4. 4.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) The Kite Festival (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) The Monsoon (d) The Vegetable Market
5. 5.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 Broken Kite (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) The Train to Shimla (d) The Spelling Contest
6. 6.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 Visit to the Zoo (b) Our School Library (c) Saving Water (d) The Monsoon
7. 7.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 Spelling Contest (b) The Dripping Tap (c) Priya the Queen (d) The Lost Ring
8. 8.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) Saving the Fish (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Dripping Tap (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
9. 9.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Power Cut
10. 10.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) My New Bicycle (b) My Best Friend (c) Busy Ants (d) Making Rangoli
11. 11.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Power Cut (d) The Big Football Match
12. 12.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) Lost at the Mela (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Dinosaur Book
13. 13.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 Nest on the Window (b) The Big Football Match (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) The Dripping Tap
14. 14.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 Peacock (c) Busy Ants (d) Our Classroom
15. 15.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) The Nest on the Window (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) Priya the Queen
16. 16.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) A Day at the Beach (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) My New Bicycle (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
17. 17.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 Kitten in the Tree (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Dripping Tap
18. 18.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 Lost Ring (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The New Girl
19. 19.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) Our School Library (b) Elephants (c) The Peacock (d) The Old Banyan Tree
20. 20.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) Our Postman (b) The Monsoon (c) Sports Day (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
21. 21.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Fruits give us many vitamins. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) The Railway Station (b) Healthy Food (c) My Grandfather (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
22. 22.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 Kitten in the Tree (b) The Dripping Tap (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
23. 23.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 Broken Kite (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Power Cut
24. 24.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 Monsoon (b) The Village Fair (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Kite Festival
25. 25.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) Elephants (b) The Village Fair (c) The Railway Station (d) Healthy Food
26. 26.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) My New Bicycle (b) Our School Library (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) Our Classroom
27. 27.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 Big Football Match (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Dripping Tap
28. 28.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 Clean Park (b) Lost at the Mela (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) Saving the Fish
29. 29.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) The Village Fair (b) The Peacock (c) The Kite Festival (d) Grandma's Garden
30. 30.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Railway Station (c) Elephants (d) Our School Library
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) My New Bicycle (b) The Monsoon (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Village Fair
32. 32.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. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) The Night Sky (b) The Village Fair (c) Busy Ants (d) Our Classroom
33. 33.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) The Monsoon (b) My Pet Cat (c) A Day at the Beach (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
34. 34.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) Priya the Queen (b) Saving the Fish (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Model Volcano
35. 35.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 Train to Shimla (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) The Clean Park (d) The New Girl
36. 36.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 Postman (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Night Sky (d) Our School Library
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. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. (a) Sports Day (b) Making Rangoli (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) My Grandfather
38. 38.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) Neel Learns to Swim (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) The Power Cut
39. 39.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) The Monsoon (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Busy Ants (d) My Best Friend
40. 40.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) My Pet Cat (b) Our Postman (c) Saving Water (d) Busy Ants

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