Choose a Title Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 14: Choosing a good title · Set 958 · 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?
   
   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 Train to Shimla (b) The Broken Kite (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Bean Seed
2. 2.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
   
   Our school sports day was full of fun. I ran in the hundred-metre race. Our house won the tug of war. The winners got shiny medals. (a) The Village Fair (b) Our Classroom (c) A Day at the Beach (d) Sports Day
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 Kitten in the Tree (b) The Clean Park (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) The Train to Shimla
4. 4.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) Making Rangoli (b) Sports Day (c) Grandma's Garden (d) A Day at the Beach
5. 5.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) The Night Sky (c) The Cricket Match (d) My Grandfather
6. 6.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) The Vegetable Market (b) The Monsoon (c) The Railway Station (d) The Village Fair
7. 7.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 Train to Shimla (b) A Card for Grandpa (c) The Clean Park (d) The Broken Kite
8. 8.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 Visit to the Zoo (b) The Railway Station (c) A Day at the Beach (d) The Night Sky
9. 9.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 Classroom (b) My Best Friend (c) Making Rangoli (d) Grandma's Garden
10. 10.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Model Volcano
11. 11.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) My New Bicycle (b) Elephants (c) Making Rangoli (d) The Railway Station
12. 12.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. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) The Peacock (b) The Village Fair (c) The Night Sky (d) The Kite Festival
13. 13.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) The Lost Ring (b) The Kitten in the Tree (c) Saving the Fish (d) Dev Forgets His Umbrella
14. 14.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 Old Banyan Tree (b) A Visit to the Zoo (c) The Vegetable Market (d) The Cricket Match
15. 15.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) The Bean Seed (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Dinosaur Book (d) Arjun Gets Well
16. 16.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) The Monsoon (b) Sports Day (c) My New Bicycle (d) Our School Library
17. 17.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 Lost Ring (b) Neel Learns to Swim (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Power Cut
18. 18.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 Old Banyan Tree (b) The Vegetable Market (c) Sports Day (d) The Night Sky
19. 19.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. My grandfather loves to play chess with me. (a) Grandma's Garden (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) My Pet Cat (d) My Grandfather
20. 20.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Last Sunday, our class went to the zoo. The monkeys jumped from branch to branch. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) Healthy Food (b) Our Postman (c) My Grandfather (d) A Visit to the Zoo
21. 21.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) My Pet Cat (b) The Old Banyan Tree (c) My Best Friend (d) The Night Sky
22. 22.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) The Lost Ring (b) The Clean Park (c) Arjun Gets Well (d) Lost at the Mela
23. 23.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) Priya the Queen (c) The New Girl (d) The Kitten in the Tree
24. 24.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Milk and curd make our bones strong. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) The Old Banyan Tree (b) Sports Day (c) Saving Water (d) Healthy Food
25. 25.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) The Monsoon (c) Elephants (d) My New Bicycle
26. 26.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) My Grandfather (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Our Classroom
27. 27.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) A Trip to the Old Fort (b) The Peacock (c) Healthy Food (d) Our School Library
28. 28.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 Broken Kite (b) The Power Cut (c) Asha and the Lost Puppy (d) The Big Football Match
29. 29.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) Saving Water (b) Elephants (c) The Railway Station (d) Healthy Food
30. 30.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) Priya the Queen (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) Lost at the Mela (d) The Train to Shimla
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) Our Classroom (b) Grandma's Garden (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Our School Library
32. 32.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) The Village Fair (b) My Pet Cat (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Healthy Food
33. 33.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) Making Rangoli (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Railway Station (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
34. 34.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) Making Rangoli (b) Sports Day (c) Healthy Food (d) The Monsoon
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. From the tower we could see the whole town. (a) The Monsoon (b) The Night Sky (c) A Trip to the Old Fort (d) Our Classroom
36. 36.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) Arjun Gets Well (b) Saving the Fish (c) Meera Bakes a Cake (d) The Bean Seed
37. 37.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. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers. (a) Making Rangoli (b) Grandma's Garden (c) Our Classroom (d) Our School Library
38. 38.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) The Nest on the Window (c) Saving the Fish (d) Asha and the Lost Puppy
39. 39.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 Village Fair (b) My New Bicycle (c) Elephants (d) Making Rangoli
40. 40.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) Our Classroom (b) Our School Library (c) Our Postman (d) The Night Sky

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