Paragraph Writing Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 16: Practice: paragraphs and stories · Set 398 · 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?
   
   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) Priya the Queen (b) The Nest on the Window (c) The Clean Park (d) Neel Learns to Swim
2. 2.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
   
   ___ He brings letters and parcels every day. He carries a big brown bag of letters. We always thank the postman with a smile. (a) The monsoon is my favourite season. (b) A fair comes to our village every winter. (c) Ramesh is the postman in our area. (d) We have a pet cat named Mishti.
3. 3.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. We keep our classroom tidy every day. (a) Saving Water (b) The Night Sky (c) Our Classroom (d) Grandma's Garden
4. 4.What is this paragraph mostly about?
   
   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. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) a visit to an old fort (b) the school library (c) flying kites (d) our trip to the zoo
5. 5.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   ___, stop at the edge of the road.
   Then, look right, then left, then right again.
   Next, wait until the road is clear.
   Finally, walk across quickly and carefully. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
6. 6.Read the paragraph:
   1. The monsoon is my favourite season.
   2. Villagers rest in its cool shade.
   3. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down.
   4. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields.
   5. The monsoon turns the dry fields green.
   
   Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 3 (d) Sentence 2
7. 7.Imagine this picture:
   A bus stop: people standing in a queue, a blue bus arriving, an old man with a walking stick and a girl with a school bag.
   
   Which sentence describes this picture? (a) A boy is riding a bicycle past the stalls. (b) A tired rickshaw puller is resting. (c) People are standing in a queue. (d) Colourful charts hang on the wall.
8. 8.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes SECOND? (a) Suddenly the string snapped and the kite fell. (b) He flew the kite high above the roof. (c) Kabir mended the kite and flew it again. (d) Kabir made a kite with paper and sticks.
9. 9.Imagine this picture:
   A school garden: children planting saplings, a gardener holding a watering can, a butterfly on a flower and a heap of fresh soil.
   
   Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) Children are planting saplings. (b) The gardener is holding a watering can. (c) A boatman is rowing his boat. (d) A butterfly is sitting on a flower.
10. 10.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes FIRST? (a) Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow. (b) Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (c) Diya painted a birthday card for him. (d) Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday.
11. 11.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    At first, Lakshmi sat alone and looked shy.
    Kavya invited Lakshmi to play at lunch.
    Now Lakshmi and Kavya are best friends. (a) Rahul saw a fish flapping on the dry riverbank. (b) A new girl named Lakshmi joined our class. (c) Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot.
12. 12.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) Children are planting saplings. (b) Dark clouds cover the sky. (c) Parents are cheering from the stands. (d) A tiger is resting behind the fence.
13. 13.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) my best friend (b) my new bicycle (c) the old banyan tree (d) our classroom
14. 14.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, cut two lemons in half.
    Then, squeeze the lemon halves into a jug.
    Next, add cold water and sugar to the juice.
    Finally, serve the lemonade in glasses. (a) Because (b) Finally (c) First
15. 15.Read the paragraph:
    1. I got a new bicycle on my birthday.
    2. Our neighbours stop to admire our rangoli.
    3. It is red with a shiny silver bell.
    4. Its seat is soft and comfortable.
    5. I ride it to the park every evening.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 2 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 3
16. 16.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ First we draw the pattern with white chalk. Then we fill it with bright coloured powder. We place small lamps around the design. (a) Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. (b) We have a pet cat named Mishti. (c) Ants are tiny but very hard-working. (d) Our school sports day was full of fun.
17. 17.Imagine this picture:
    A sports ground: runners racing on the track, a boy crossing the finish line, a coach blowing a whistle and parents cheering.
    
    Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) Parents are cheering from the stands. (b) Runners are racing on the track. (c) A cow is standing in the middle of the road. (d) A coach is blowing a whistle.
18. 18.Read the paragraph:
    1. Ramesh is the postman in our area.
    2. It is red with a shiny silver bell.
    3. He brings letters and parcels every day.
    4. He carries a big brown bag of letters.
    5. The postman knows every house on our street.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 2
19. 19.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ Thousands of stars twinkle above us. The moon looks like a silver plate. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) The night sky is full of wonders. (b) The monsoon is my favourite season. (c) My grandfather is seventy years old. (d) Ramesh is the postman in our area.
20. 20.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ The waves splashed over our feet. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. We collected shells near the shore. (a) The monsoon is my favourite season. (b) Every Diwali, my sister and I make a rangoli. (c) We spent a happy day at the beach. (d) The peacock is the national bird of India.
21. 21.Read the paragraph:
    1. We spent a happy day at the beach.
    2. We built a big sandcastle.
    3. Dad bought us fresh coconuts.
    4. Its branches spread very wide.
    5. We collected shells near the shore.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 2 (c) Sentence 3 (d) Sentence 5
22. 22.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 does NOT fit this picture? (a) A colourful rangoli decorates the door. (b) The family is sharing sweets. (c) Children are holding sparklers. (d) The librarian is stamping a book.
23. 23.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 Nest on the Window (b) The Model Volcano (c) A Helpful Neighbour (d) Saving the Fish
24. 24.Read the paragraph:
    1. We must not waste water.
    2. Turn off the tap while you brush.
    3. First we draw the pattern with white chalk.
    4. Fix leaking taps quickly.
    5. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
25. 25.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 Dinosaur Book (b) Meera Bakes a Cake (c) The Spelling Contest (d) Saving the Fish
26. 26.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) the school library (b) my new bicycle (c) a visit to an old fort (d) our postman
27. 27.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    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) Aisha and her parents got on a train to Shimla. (b) Pooja borrowed a book about dinosaurs. (c) Dev forgot his umbrella one cloudy morning.
28. 28.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) Priya the Queen (b) A Helpful Neighbour (c) The Model Volcano (d) The Big Football Match
29. 29.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Mum smiled ___ I had cleaned my room.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
30. 30.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) A Card for Grandpa (b) Priya the Queen (c) The Bean Seed (d) The Model Volcano
31. 31.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    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) Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot. (b) Asha found a little puppy crying near her gate. (c) Karan went to the mela with his uncle.
32. 32.These steps are jumbled. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Serve the rice hot with dal. (b) Wash the rice in cold water. (c) Cook it on a low flame until soft. (d) Put the rice and water in a pot.
33. 33.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ The monkeys jumped from branch to branch. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears. (a) Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. (b) Last Sunday, our class went to the zoo. (c) Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. (d) My grandmother has a lovely garden.
34. 34.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes SECOND? (a) She gave the puppy some milk and a blanket. (b) The next day, the owner came and thanked Asha. (c) Asha found a little puppy crying near her gate. (d) Then she put up a notice about the lost puppy.
35. 35.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 Power Cut (b) The Spelling Contest (c) A Card for Grandpa (d) The Nest on the Window
36. 36.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, take two slices of bread.
    ___, spread butter on one slice.
    Next, add cucumber and tomato slices.
    Finally, cover them with the other slice. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally
37. 37.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (c) The Train to Shimla (d) Neel Learns to Swim
38. 38.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. A magician does tricks for the children. (a) The monsoon is my favourite season. (b) A fair comes to our village every winter. (c) Our school library is my favourite place. (d) The railway station is always busy.
39. 39.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wash the rice in cold water.
    Then, put the rice and water in a pot.
    Next, cook it on a low flame until soft.
    ___, serve the rice hot with dal. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
40. 40.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
    ___ (a) The fish swam away, and Rahul smiled. (b) His team won the cup and Rohan was thrilled. (c) Everyone clapped loudly for the queen.

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