Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 938 · 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?
   
   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 Big Football Match (b) The Train to Shimla (c) The Broken Kite (d) The Kitten in the Tree
2. 2.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) The Cricket Match (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Peacock (d) Healthy Food
3. 3.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) The Train to Shimla (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Lost Ring
4. 4.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 Bean Seed (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) The Dripping Tap (d) Saving the Fish
5. 5.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) Busy Ants (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) A Day at the Beach (d) Healthy Food
6. 6.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) Making Rangoli (c) Saving Water (d) Grandma's Garden
7. 7.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) The Model Volcano (c) The Big Football Match (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
8. 8.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 Night Sky (b) Saving Water (c) Grandma's Garden (d) A Day at the Beach
9. 9.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   My grandfather is seventy years old. My grandfather goes for a walk every morning. Grandpa reads the newspaper after breakfast. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) My Pet Cat (b) My Grandfather (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) The Kite Festival
10. 10.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) Saving the Fish (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The Power Cut
11. 11.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 School Library (b) The Peacock (c) The Monsoon (d) My Pet Cat
12. 12.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) Grandma's Garden (b) Our Postman (c) The Monsoon (d) Elephants
13. 13.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) Our School Library (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Saving Water (d) The Old Banyan Tree
14. 14.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Ants are tiny but very hard-working. They live together in an anthill. Ants walk one behind the other in a line. Ants store food for the winter. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) Busy Ants (c) The Railway Station (d) A Visit to the Zoo
15. 15.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 Monsoon (c) Grandma's Garden (d) The Cricket Match
16. 16.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) Meera Bakes a Cake (b) The Model Volcano (c) The Power Cut (d) The Broken Kite
17. 17.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) Lost at the Mela (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) The Train to Shimla
18. 18.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Our classroom is bright and clean. It has big windows that let in sunlight. A green board hangs at the front. We keep our classroom tidy every day. (a) The Night Sky (b) Our Classroom (c) The Village Fair (d) My Best Friend
19. 19.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. A green board hangs at the front. (a) My Pet Cat (b) A Trip to the Old Fort (c) Our Classroom (d) The Monsoon
20. 20.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 Dripping Tap (b) The Spelling Contest (c) Saving the Fish (d) The New Girl
21. 21.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 Bean Seed (b) The Lost Ring (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Dinosaur Book
22. 22.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) The Old Banyan Tree (b) My Grandfather (c) My Best Friend (d) Elephants
23. 23.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) The Train to Shimla (d) The Dinosaur Book
24. 24.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) Saving Water (b) Grandma's Garden (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Sports Day
25. 25.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Lost Ring
26. 26.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (d) The Dripping Tap
27. 27.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 Vegetable Market (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Night Sky (d) Our Classroom
28. 28.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) Busy Ants (b) Making Rangoli (c) The Peacock (d) The Old Banyan Tree
29. 29.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. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli. (a) Our Postman (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) The Railway Station (d) Making Rangoli
30. 30.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) My Pet Cat (b) Busy Ants (c) Our School Library (d) The Peacock
31. 31.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 Model Volcano (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) The Clean Park (d) The Lost Ring
32. 32.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) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Train to Shimla
33. 33.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) The Broken Kite (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The Kitten in the Tree
34. 34.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) The Village Fair (b) The Monsoon (c) My New Bicycle (d) My Pet Cat
35. 35.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) The Village Fair (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Night Sky (d) The Cricket Match
36. 36.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 Bean Seed (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Power Cut (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
37. 37.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) Elephants (b) The Vegetable Market (c) The Railway Station (d) Making Rangoli
38. 38.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 ride it to the park every evening. (a) My New Bicycle (b) My Pet Cat (c) Elephants (d) The Old Banyan Tree
39. 39.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) My Grandfather (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) My Pet Cat
40. 40.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. Peahens are smaller and brown in colour. (a) Saving Water (b) My Grandfather (c) The Monsoon (d) The Peacock

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