Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 901 · 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 paragraph?
   
   An old banyan tree stands in our village. Its branches spread very wide. Long roots hang down from its branches. Birds build nests in its branches. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Our Postman (c) The Kite Festival (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
2. 2.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   We must not waste water. Fix leaking taps quickly. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. Take a quick bath with one bucket of water. (a) Saving Water (b) My Best Friend (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Our Classroom
3. 3.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 Dripping Tap (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Kitten in the Tree
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) Lost at the Mela (b) The Bean Seed (c) The Clean Park (d) A Helpful Neighbour
5. 5.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Spelling Contest
6. 6.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 Peacock (b) Saving Water (c) The Monsoon (d) The Village Fair
7. 7.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) A Day at the Beach (b) Making Rangoli (c) Our Postman (d) My Best Friend
8. 8.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) The Cricket Match (b) Making Rangoli (c) My Best Friend (d) Our School Library
9. 9.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Dripping Tap (d) A Helpful Neighbour
10. 10.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) Lost at the Mela (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Big Football Match (d) Arjun Gets Well
11. 11.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 Nest on the Window (b) The Broken Kite (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Train to Shimla
12. 12.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) The Peacock (b) The Night Sky (c) The Monsoon (d) The Railway Station
13. 13.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Railway Station (c) The Kite Festival (d) Busy Ants
14. 14.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. A magician does tricks for the children. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) The Village Fair (c) Making Rangoli (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
15. 15.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) My New Bicycle (c) Our Classroom (d) A Visit to the Zoo
16. 16.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) Grandma's Garden (b) My Pet Cat (c) The Village Fair (d) The Night Sky
17. 17.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. The postman knows every house on our street. (a) Elephants (b) My Grandfather (c) Sports Day (d) Our Postman
18. 18.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 Power Cut (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Nest on the Window
19. 19.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My grandfather is seventy years old. Grandpa tells us stories of his childhood. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) Busy Ants (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) My Grandfather (d) Saving Water
20. 20.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) Busy Ants (b) The Vegetable Market (c) My Grandfather (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
21. 21.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. My friend always shares his lunch with me. Farhan and I play football after school. He is a true friend who helps me. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) My Best Friend (d) Grandma's Garden
22. 22.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 Grandfather (b) Healthy Food (c) Our School Library (d) Saving Water
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) The Vegetable Market (b) My Pet Cat (c) My Grandfather (d) The Railway Station
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) Healthy Food (b) The Kite Festival (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Village Fair
25. 25.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 Night Sky (b) The Cricket Match (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Old Banyan Tree
26. 26.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 Clean Park (c) The Bean Seed (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
27. 27.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) My Pet Cat (b) Our School Library (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Making Rangoli
28. 28.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 Clean Park (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Lost Ring (d) Priya the Queen
29. 29.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 Big Football Match (b) The Lost Ring (c) The Clean Park (d) The New Girl
30. 30.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 Bean Seed (b) Saving the Fish (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
31. 31.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) Making Rangoli (b) Busy Ants (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
32. 32.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) Lost at the Mela (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) Arjun Gets Well
33. 33.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) Lost at the Mela (c) The Bean Seed (d) Arjun Gets Well
34. 34.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 Monsoon (b) The Railway Station (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) A Visit to the Zoo
35. 35.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 Trip to the Old Fort (b) Healthy Food (c) Our School Library (d) Busy Ants
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 Best Friend (b) A Day at the Beach (c) Healthy Food (d) Making Rangoli
37. 37.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Dinosaur Book (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Dripping Tap
38. 38.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) The Monsoon (c) The Cricket Match (d) The Peacock
39. 39.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Big Football Match
40. 40.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. The monsoon turns the dry fields green. (a) The Monsoon (b) Saving Water (c) Busy Ants (d) My Grandfather

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