Paragraph Writing Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 16: Practice: paragraphs and stories · Set 123 · 40 questions

Writing tip (Topic, order, link): Find the topic or the story first. Check the order: what has to happen first? Keep every sentence on the topic and link them with the right words.

1. 1.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
   
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   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) Kabir made a kite with paper and sticks. (b) Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday. (c) Aisha and her parents got on a train to Shimla.
2. 2.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, put flour in a big bowl.
   Then, add a little water.
   Next, knead it into a soft dough.
   ___, cover the dough and let it rest. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
3. 3.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The mango looked green. ___, it was very sweet.” (a) However (b) Because (c) So
4. 4.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) Elephants (c) The Monsoon (d) The Kite Festival
5. 5.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “Nisha took an umbrella ___ the sky was cloudy.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
6. 6.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
   
   ___ There is a giant wheel and a merry-go-round. Stalls sell bangles, toys and balloons. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) An old banyan tree stands in our village. (b) A fair comes to our village every winter. (c) The vegetable market near our house opens early. (d) My grandmother has a lovely garden.
7. 7.Read the paragraph:
   1. An old banyan tree stands in our village.
   2. Its branches spread very wide.
   3. Long roots hang down from its branches.
   4. She grows tomatoes and chillies too.
   5. Birds build nests in its branches.
   
   Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
8. 8.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) therefore (b) Next (c) since (d) Although
9. 9.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, put flour in a big bowl.
   Then, add a little water.
   ___, knead it into a soft dough.
   Finally, cover the dough and let it rest. (a) First (b) Next (c) Finally
10. 10.Read the paragraph:
    1. We have a pet cat named Mishti.
    2. She has soft white fur and green eyes.
    3. It has a long, bright blue neck.
    4. Mishti drinks milk from a blue bowl.
    5. Mishti chases balls of wool all day.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
11. 11.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes SECOND? (a) Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot. (b) Soon the plant had beans for Isha to pick. (c) She watered the pot every morning. (d) After a week, a tiny green shoot came up.
12. 12.Imagine this picture:
    A classroom: a teacher writing on the board, students sitting at their desks, a globe on the table and charts on the wall.
    
    Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) A globe is kept on the table. (b) Students are sitting at their desks. (c) The teacher is writing on the board. (d) A full moon is shining in the sky.
13. 13.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    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. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli. (a) the peacock (b) making a rangoli (c) the vegetable market (d) our school sports day
14. 14.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    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. We keep our classroom tidy every day. (a) the village fair (b) our classroom (c) the night sky (d) our postman
15. 15.Read the paragraph:
    1. A fair comes to our village every winter.
    2. There is a giant wheel and a merry-go-round.
    3. A magician does tricks for the children.
    4. We eat hot jalebis at the fair.
    5. Shoppers pick the best onions and potatoes.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 4 (c) Sentence 5 (d) Sentence 2
16. 16.These steps are jumbled. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Add some yellow paint beside it. (b) Squeeze blue paint onto a plate. (c) Watch the paint turn green. (d) Mix the two with a brush.
17. 17.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    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. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) our trip to the zoo (b) my new bicycle (c) our postman (d) our pet cat
18. 18.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes FIRST? (a) Karan went to the mela with his uncle. (b) A police officer helped Karan look for him. (c) Soon Karan found his uncle near the giant wheel. (d) In the crowd, Karan lost sight of his uncle.
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The baby cried ___ she was hungry.” (a) because (b) however (c) finally
20. 20.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ Turn off the tap while you brush. Fix leaking taps quickly. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. (a) Our school sports day was full of fun. (b) An old banyan tree stands in our village. (c) Last Sunday, our class went to the zoo. (d) We must not waste water.
21. 21.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ It has big windows that let in sunlight. Our desks are arranged in neat rows. A green board hangs at the front. (a) We have a pet cat named Mishti. (b) Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. (c) Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. (d) Our classroom is bright and clean.
22. 22.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) Lost at the Mela (b) The Spelling Contest (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) Meera Bakes a Cake
23. 23.Read the paragraph:
    1. In January, the sky fills with kites.
    2. Kites of every colour dance in the wind.
    3. Ants store food for the winter.
    4. We buy strong string for our kites.
    5. At night, people fly kites with small lights.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 4 (c) Sentence 5 (d) Sentence 2
24. 24.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    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. We eat hot jalebis at the fair. (a) flying kites (b) elephants (c) the vegetable market (d) the village fair
25. 25.The first steps are: “Fill a pot with soil. Make a small hole in the soil.”
    Which step comes next? (a) Cover it with soil and water it. (b) Drop the seed into the hole.
26. 26.Imagine this picture:
    A rainy day: dark clouds, people walking with umbrellas, children floating paper boats and a frog sitting on a leaf.
    
    Which sentence describes this picture? (a) Passengers are carrying suitcases. (b) A full moon is shining in the sky. (c) Children are floating paper boats. (d) An empty bench stands under a tree.
27. 27.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) Sports Day (b) Our Classroom (c) Our Postman (d) Elephants
28. 28.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, fill a pot with soil.
    Then, make a small hole in the soil.
    Next, drop the seed into the hole.
    Finally, cover it with soil and water it. (a) Because (b) Finally (c) First
29. 29.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 Kite Festival (b) Our School Library (c) A Visit to the Zoo (d) Busy Ants
30. 30.Imagine this picture:
    A farm: a farmer ploughing with two bullocks, hens pecking near a hut, a well beside the field and green fields far away.
    
    Which sentence describes this picture? (a) Hens are pecking near the hut. (b) Patients are waiting on chairs. (c) A boy is riding a bicycle past the stalls. (d) Parents are cheering from the stands.
31. 31.Which linking word shows a result? (a) However (b) First (c) because (d) therefore
32. 32.Imagine this picture:
    A birthday party: a big cake with eight candles, balloons tied to the chairs, a girl in a party hat and friends clapping.
    
    Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) Her friends are clapping and singing. (b) Balloons are tied to the chairs. (c) A big cake has eight candles on it. (d) Tall shelves are full of books.
33. 33.Read the paragraph:
    1. An old banyan tree stands in our village.
    2. He is a true friend who helps me.
    3. Long roots hang down from its branches.
    4. Birds build nests in its branches.
    5. Villagers rest in its cool shade.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 2
34. 34.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
    ___ (a) Everyone clapped loudly for the queen. (b) Tara's model won the first prize. (c) Yash watched the chicks learn to fly.
35. 35.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    We spent a happy day at the beach. The waves splashed over our feet. We built a big sandcastle. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. We collected shells near the shore. (a) our classroom (b) making a rangoli (c) a day at the beach (d) the rainy season
36. 36.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) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Big Football Match (d) The Model Volcano
37. 37.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ We climbed up to the tower. The guide told us about the old kings. From the tower we could see the whole town. (a) Our class visited an old fort on a hill. (b) A fair comes to our village every winter. (c) The railway station is always busy. (d) Healthy food keeps our bodies strong.
38. 38.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) The Power Cut (b) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Model Volcano (d) Priya the Queen
39. 39.Imagine this picture:
    A doctor's clinic: a doctor checking a boy, a nurse with a thermometer, patients waiting on chairs and a poster about clean hands.
    
    Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) A dog is running after a ball. (b) The doctor is checking a boy. (c) Patients are waiting on chairs. (d) A nurse is holding a thermometer.
40. 40.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
    ___ (a) Farhan's family decided to keep the kitten. (b) At last Aisha reached Shimla, cool and happy. (c) Soon the plant had beans for Isha to pick.

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