Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 841 · 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 Dinosaur Book (b) The Lost Ring (c) The Train to Shimla (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
2. 2.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) Our Classroom (b) My Grandfather (c) Making Rangoli (d) Busy Ants
3. 3.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) The Train to Shimla (c) Saving the Fish (d) A Helpful Neighbour
4. 4.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) The Vegetable Market (c) The Night Sky (d) Sports Day
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. Then we fill it with bright coloured powder. We place small lamps around the design. (a) The Monsoon (b) My Pet Cat (c) Grandma's Garden (d) Making Rangoli
6. 6.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 Spelling Contest (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) Priya the Queen
7. 7.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) The Power Cut (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Model Volcano (d) The Nest on the Window
8. 8.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) The Cricket Match (b) Sports Day (c) The Kite Festival (d) My Pet Cat
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) The Kite Festival (b) Our School Library (c) The Village Fair (d) Grandma's Garden
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) Priya the Queen (b) The Dripping Tap (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Kitten in the Tree
11. 11.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 Broken Kite (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) Lost at the Mela
12. 12.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) Busy Ants (b) Elephants (c) A Day at the Beach (d) My New Bicycle
13. 13.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The railway station is always busy. Porters in red shirts carry heavy luggage. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform. Loud announcements tell people about the trains. (a) The Railway Station (b) Healthy Food (c) My Pet Cat (d) Saving Water
14. 14.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) Our Postman (b) The Monsoon (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) The Railway Station
15. 15.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) The Broken Kite (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Lost Ring
16. 16.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) Sports Day (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) My Best Friend (d) The Railway Station
17. 17.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) Healthy Food (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) Elephants (d) The Cricket Match
18. 18.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We have a pet cat named Mishti. She has soft white fur and green eyes. She sleeps in a basket near the window. Mishti chases balls of wool all day. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) Making Rangoli (c) Sports Day (d) My Pet Cat
19. 19.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 Model Volcano (b) The Lost Ring (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The New Girl
20. 20.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 Big Football Match (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) The Spelling Contest
21. 21.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) The Railway Station (b) My Best Friend (c) Making Rangoli (d) A Visit to the Zoo
22. 22.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) Elephants (b) The Village Fair (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Sports Day
23. 23.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ramesh is the postman in our area. He carries a big brown bag of letters. The postman knows every house on our street. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Kite Festival (c) The Monsoon (d) Our Postman
24. 24.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) My Grandfather (b) The Kite Festival (c) The Monsoon (d) The Old Banyan Tree
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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Model Volcano (d) The Bean Seed
26. 26.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We must not waste water. Turn off the tap while you brush. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. Take a quick bath with one bucket of water. (a) Our Classroom (b) Saving Water (c) Our School Library (d) Our Postman
27. 27.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 Trip to the Old Fort (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Railway Station (d) A Day at the Beach
28. 28.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 Broken Kite (b) Lost at the Mela (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Dripping Tap
29. 29.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    An old banyan tree stands in our village. Its branches spread very wide. Birds build nests in its branches. Villagers rest in its cool shade. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Our Classroom (c) The Peacock (d) Busy Ants
30. 30.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 Postman (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) My Pet Cat (d) Making Rangoli
31. 31.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) Elephants (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Cricket Match (d) Busy Ants
32. 32.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) Our Classroom (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Monsoon (d) The Peacock
33. 33.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) Saving Water (b) Healthy Food (c) Our School Library (d) The Vegetable Market
34. 34.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) Healthy Food (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Peacock (d) The Night Sky
35. 35.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) The Clean Park (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Kitten in the Tree
36. 36.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 Spelling Contest (b) The Clean Park (c) The Broken Kite (d) Lost at the Mela
37. 37.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 Pet Cat (b) The Monsoon (c) My Best Friend (d) Busy Ants
38. 38.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) Healthy Food (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) The Night Sky (d) The Monsoon
39. 39.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) Grandma's Garden (c) Our School Library (d) A Day at the Beach
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 Clean Park (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Power Cut

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