Paragraph Writing Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 16: Practice: paragraphs and stories · Set 187 · 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 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) A Helpful Neighbour (b) The Spelling Contest (c) Saving the Fish (d) The Broken Kite
2. 2.Read the paragraph:
   1. An old banyan tree stands in our village.
   2. Long roots hang down from its branches.
   3. Birds build nests in its branches.
   4. They have long trunks and big ears.
   5. Villagers rest in its cool shade.
   
   Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 2
3. 3.What is this paragraph mostly about?
   
   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. Peahens are smaller and brown in colour. (a) my grandfather (b) our postman (c) the peacock (d) our school sports day
4. 4.Imagine this picture:
   A beach at sunset: gentle waves, a boy building a sandcastle, seagulls over the water and a small crab on the sand.
   
   Which sentence describes this picture? (a) A boy is crossing the finish line. (b) Tall shelves are full of books. (c) A porter is lifting a heavy suitcase. (d) The sun is setting over the sea.
5. 5.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) since (b) therefore (c) But (d) Finally
6. 6.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) But (b) since (c) Next (d) so
7. 7.These steps are jumbled. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Cover it with soil and water it. (b) Drop the seed into the hole. (c) Fill a pot with soil. (d) Make a small hole in the soil.
8. 8.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes LAST? (a) In the final round, she spelt every word right. (b) Ananya learnt ten new spellings every day. (c) Ananya entered the school spelling contest. (d) Ananya won the contest and a shiny trophy.
9. 9.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the story.
   
   Pooja borrowed a book about dinosaurs.
   She read the book every night before bed.
   Her little brother spilled juice on the book.
   ___ (a) When the power came back, Imran was almost sad. (b) Pooja said sorry to the librarian and paid for it. (c) His team won the cup and Rohan was thrilled.
10. 10.A story begins: “Yash saw a bird building a nest on his window. Soon there were three small eggs in the nest.”
    Which sentence comes next? (a) Yash watched the chicks learn to fly. (b) One morning, tiny chicks hatched from the eggs.
11. 11.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) therefore (b) Next (c) because (d) But
12. 12.Read the paragraph:
    1. The monsoon is my favourite season.
    2. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down.
    3. It is red with a shiny silver bell.
    4. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields.
    5. The monsoon turns the dry fields green.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 2 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 5
13. 13.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The soup was hot. ___, it was not tasty.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
14. 14.Read the paragraph:
    1. An old banyan tree stands in our village.
    2. Its branches spread very wide.
    3. An elephant picks up food with its trunk.
    4. Birds build nests in its branches.
    5. Villagers rest in its cool shade.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 2 (c) Sentence 5 (d) Sentence 3
15. 15.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) a busy railway station (b) our school sports day (c) a day at the beach (d) ants
16. 16.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    My best friend is Farhan. Farhan sits next to me in class. 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 village fair (b) our classroom (c) my best friend (d) our trip to the zoo
17. 17.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    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. Everyone reads quietly in the library. (a) grandma's garden (b) the school library (c) our pet cat (d) the night sky
18. 18.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, squeeze blue paint onto a plate.
    Then, add some yellow paint beside it.
    Next, mix the two with a brush.
    ___, watch the paint turn green. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, wet your hands with clean water.
    Then, rub soap on your hands.
    Next, scrub between your fingers.
    Finally, rinse and dry your hands. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First
20. 20.Read the paragraph:
    1. Our school sports day was full of fun.
    2. The day began with a march past.
    3. Thousands of stars twinkle above us.
    4. Our house won the tug of war.
    5. The winners got shiny medals.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 2
21. 21.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “It was very hot. ___, we went for a swim.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
22. 22.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ 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 monsoon is my favourite season. (b) Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. (c) I got a new bicycle on my birthday. (d) My best friend is Farhan.
23. 23.These steps are jumbled. Which step comes LAST? (a) Add a handful of corn kernels. (b) Cover the pan and wait for the popping. (c) Sprinkle salt on the hot popcorn. (d) Heat a little oil in a pan.
24. 24.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. Villagers rest in its cool shade.
    5. Fix leaking taps quickly.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 4 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 5
25. 25.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ Thousands of stars twinkle above us. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) My grandfather is seventy years old. (b) The night sky is full of wonders. (c) We must not waste water. (d) Our class visited an old fort on a hill.
26. 26.Imagine this picture:
    A festival evening: rows of oil lamps, a rangoli at the door, children holding sparklers and a family sharing sweets.
    
    Which sentence describes this picture? (a) A full moon is shining in the sky. (b) The family is sharing sweets. (c) A farmer is ploughing the field. (d) The doctor is checking a boy.
27. 27.Imagine this picture:
    A library: tall shelves of books, a girl reading at a table, a librarian stamping a book and a “Silence” sign on the wall.
    
    Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) A girl is reading at a table. (b) Tall shelves are full of books. (c) A sign on the wall says “Silence”. (d) A boy is crossing the finish line.
28. 28.These steps are jumbled. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Cut two lemons in half. (b) Add cold water and sugar to the juice. (c) Serve the lemonade in glasses. (d) Squeeze the lemon halves into a jug.
29. 29.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The box was small. ___, it was very heavy.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
30. 30.A story begins: “Aisha and her parents got on a train to Shimla.”
    Which sentence comes next? (a) At last Aisha reached Shimla, cool and happy. (b) Hours later, the train climbed into the hills. (c) The train left the station with a loud whistle.
31. 31.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 Spelling Contest (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Kitten in the Tree (d) The Dinosaur Book
32. 32.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) The Railway Station (b) My New Bicycle (c) The Village Fair (d) The Old Banyan Tree
33. 33.These steps are jumbled. Which step comes SECOND? (a) Wash the fruits well. (b) Peel the banana and the orange. (c) Cut all the fruits into small pieces. (d) Mix them in a bowl and serve.
34. 34.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    Nisha searched the whole house for the ring.
    At last she found the ring under the sofa.
    Grandmother hugged Nisha with joy. (a) Manav saw plastic bags all over the park. (b) Dev forgot his umbrella one cloudy morning. (c) Nisha's grandmother lost her gold ring.
35. 35.Imagine this picture:
    A park on a sunny morning: two children on the swings, a man jogging on the path, a dog chasing a ball, an empty bench under a tree and a girl flying a kite.
    
    Which sentence describes this picture? (a) A tiger is resting behind the fence. (b) A coach is blowing a whistle. (c) A big cake has eight candles on it. (d) Two children are swinging happily.
36. 36.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) The doctor is checking a boy. (b) A nurse is holding a thermometer. (c) A frog is sitting on a leaf. (d) Patients are waiting on chairs.
37. 37.Imagine this picture:
    A river bank: women washing clothes, a boatman rowing a boat, ducks swimming and a boy fishing with a long rod.
    
    Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) Balloons are tied to the chairs. (b) A boy is fishing with a long rod. (c) Women are washing clothes by the river. (d) A boatman is rowing his boat.
38. 38.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. Loud announcements tell people about the trains. (a) The Kite Festival (b) Busy Ants (c) Our School Library (d) The Railway Station
39. 39.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the MIDDLE of the story.
    
    Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday.
    ___
    Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow.
    Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (a) She gave the puppy some milk and a blanket. (b) Diya painted a birthday card for him. (c) Dad took Arjun to the doctor.
40. 40.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes SECOND? (a) Everyone clapped loudly for the queen. (b) On stage, Priya spoke her lines perfectly. (c) Priya got the role of a queen in the school play. (d) Priya practised her lines every evening.

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