Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 935 · 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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) Saving the Fish (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Broken Kite
2. 2.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 Train to Shimla (b) The Model Volcano (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) The Clean Park
3. 3.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) The Railway Station (c) The Monsoon (d) A Day at the Beach
4. 4.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   I got a new bicycle on my birthday. It is red with a shiny silver bell. I ride it to the park every evening. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) Our Classroom (b) My Grandfather (c) My New Bicycle (d) Our School Library
5. 5.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) Saving Water (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Cricket Match (d) The Railway Station
6. 6.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) The Railway Station (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Peacock (d) Busy Ants
7. 7.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) A Visit to the Zoo (b) The Monsoon (c) Sports Day (d) Our School Library
8. 8.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. She sleeps in a basket near the window. (a) Our School Library (b) The Peacock (c) My Pet Cat (d) The Vegetable Market
9. 9.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   I got a new bicycle on my birthday. Its seat is soft and comfortable. I ride it to the park every evening. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) My Pet Cat (b) The Railway Station (c) Grandma's Garden (d) My New Bicycle
10. 10.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. A magician does tricks for the children. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) My Best Friend (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Village Fair
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 Model Volcano (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The Spelling Contest
12. 12.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) Sports Day (b) My Best Friend (c) A Day at the Beach (d) My Pet Cat
13. 13.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. Villagers rest in its cool shade. (a) A Visit to the Zoo (b) My New Bicycle (c) My Grandfather (d) The Old Banyan Tree
14. 14.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) Saving the Fish
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 Kite Festival (b) The Peacock (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Healthy Food
16. 16.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 Dripping Tap (c) The Clean Park (d) Saving the Fish
17. 17.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) The Clean Park (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) A Helpful Neighbour
18. 18.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 Lost Ring (b) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The New Girl (d) Lost at the Mela
19. 19.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. Farhan sits next to me in class. Farhan and I play football after school. He is a true friend who helps me. (a) Making Rangoli (b) Busy Ants (c) The Kite Festival (d) My Best Friend
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 Monsoon (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) My Pet Cat (d) Sports Day
21. 21.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. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) Busy Ants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) Our School Library (d) Elephants
22. 22.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) The Vegetable Market (b) My Pet Cat (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) The Old Banyan Tree
23. 23.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 New Girl (c) The Lost Ring (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
24. 24.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. She sprinkles the plants every morning. (a) Busy Ants (b) The Monsoon (c) Grandma's Garden (d) My Pet Cat
25. 25.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) Grandma's Garden (b) The Kite Festival (c) The Village Fair (d) Saving Water
26. 26.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Power Cut (d) The Train to Shimla
27. 27.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 Dinosaur Book (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Power Cut (d) The Big Football Match
28. 28.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    The peacock is the national bird of India. It has a long, bright blue neck. Its tail feathers have beautiful eye spots. A peacock dances with its feathers spread. (a) Elephants (b) Healthy Food (c) The Peacock (d) My New Bicycle
29. 29.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) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) Lost at the Mela
30. 30.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) Making Rangoli (c) My Grandfather (d) The Old Banyan Tree
31. 31.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) Our Postman (b) The Night Sky (c) Busy Ants (d) My Grandfather
32. 32.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) Busy Ants (b) Saving Water (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Monsoon
33. 33.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 Dinosaur Book (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Clean Park (d) The Bean Seed
34. 34.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) Priya the Queen (b) The Bean Seed (c) The Nest on the Window (d) Neel Learns to Swim
35. 35.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) Elephants (b) The Night Sky (c) The Village Fair (d) Saving Water
36. 36.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ants are tiny but very hard-working. Ants can carry food heavier than themselves. Ants walk one behind the other in a line. Ants store food for the winter. (a) Busy Ants (b) My New Bicycle (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) The Peacock
37. 37.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) The Spelling Contest (c) The Bean Seed (d) Priya the Queen
38. 38.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) Our Postman (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Night Sky (d) Our School Library
39. 39.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) The Night Sky (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Old Banyan Tree (d) The Monsoon
40. 40.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Spelling Contest (d) The Clean Park

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