Paragraph Writing Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 16: Practice: paragraphs and stories · Set 707 · 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.Imagine this picture:
   A zoo: a tiger resting behind a fence, a giraffe eating leaves, children pointing at the animals and a zookeeper with a bucket.
   
   Which sentence does NOT fit this picture? (a) A zookeeper is carrying a bucket. (b) A tiger is resting behind the fence. (c) Rows of oil lamps are glowing. (d) A tall giraffe is eating leaves.
2. 2.Imagine this picture:
   A zoo: a tiger resting behind a fence, a giraffe eating leaves, children pointing at the animals and a zookeeper with a bucket.
   
   Which sentence describes this picture? (a) A colourful rangoli decorates the door. (b) A pressure cooker is on the stove. (c) People are walking with umbrellas. (d) A zookeeper is carrying a bucket.
3. 3.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
   ___ (a) Grandmother hugged Nisha with joy. (b) Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (c) The next day, the owner came and thanked Asha.
4. 4.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 Train to Shimla (b) The Big Football Match (c) The Lost Ring (d) A Helpful Neighbour
5. 5.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
   ___ (a) Mum gave Dev hot soup and dry clothes. (b) Mum smiled when she tasted the cake. (c) Ananya won the contest and a shiny trophy.
6. 6.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes LAST? (a) Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (b) Diya painted a birthday card for him. (c) Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow. (d) Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday.
7. 7.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The test was hard. ___, Zoya got full marks.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
8. 8.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 rainy season (b) the school library (c) a cricket match (d) our pet cat
9. 9.Read the paragraph:
   1. The railway station is always busy.
   2. Children fly kites from their rooftops.
   3. Trains arrive and leave every few minutes.
   4. Porters in red shirts carry heavy luggage.
   5. Loud announcements tell people about the trains.
   
   Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 2 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 5
10. 10.Read the paragraph:
    1. Our classroom is bright and clean.
    2. Then we fill it with bright coloured powder.
    3. It has big windows that let in sunlight.
    4. Our desks are arranged in neat rows.
    5. A green board hangs at the front.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
11. 11.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) My New Bicycle (c) The Monsoon (d) Saving Water
12. 12.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes FIRST? (a) She watered the pot every morning. (b) After a week, a tiny green shoot came up. (c) Soon the plant had beans for Isha to pick. (d) Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot.
13. 13.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, write the letter.
    Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    Next, seal the envelope.
    ___, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally
14. 14.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) Our Classroom (b) Grandma's Garden (c) A Day at the Beach (d) My Best Friend
15. 15.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    The monsoon is my favourite season. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields. Children float paper boats in puddles. The monsoon turns the dry fields green. (a) our school sports day (b) our trip to the zoo (c) our pet cat (d) the rainy season
16. 16.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) Runners are racing on the track. (b) A boy is crossing the finish line. (c) A coach is blowing a whistle. (d) A boy is fishing with a long rod.
17. 17.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the MIDDLE of the story.
    
    Priya got the role of a queen in the school play.
    Priya practised her lines every evening.
    ___
    Everyone clapped loudly for the queen. (a) Then she put up a notice about the lost puppy. (b) On stage, Priya spoke her lines perfectly. (c) Slowly, Neel learnt to kick and move his arms.
18. 18.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the MIDDLE of the story.
    
    Nisha's grandmother lost her gold ring.
    ___
    At last she found the ring under the sofa.
    Grandmother hugged Nisha with joy. (a) Nisha searched the whole house for the ring. (b) The train left the station with a loud whistle. (c) Dad took Arjun to the doctor.
19. 19.Read the paragraph:
    1. Ants are tiny but very hard-working.
    2. He brings letters and parcels every day.
    3. They live together in an anthill.
    4. Ants can carry food heavier than themselves.
    5. Ants store food for the winter.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 5
20. 20.Read the paragraph:
    1. Healthy food keeps our bodies strong.
    2. Baby elephants stay close to their mothers.
    3. Fruits give us many vitamins.
    4. Milk and curd make our bones strong.
    5. Dal and eggs build strong muscles.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 2
21. 21.A story begins: “Priya got the role of a queen in the school play.”
    Which sentence comes next? (a) Priya practised her lines every evening. (b) Everyone clapped loudly for the queen. (c) On stage, Priya spoke her lines perfectly.
22. 22.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Spelling Contest (c) The Nest on the Window (d) The Lost Ring
23. 23.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes SECOND? (a) Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow. (b) Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy. (c) Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday. (d) Diya painted a birthday card for him.
24. 24.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    We spent a happy day at the beach. The waves splashed over our feet. Dad bought us fresh coconuts. We collected shells near the shore. (a) A Day at the Beach (b) The Cricket Match (c) The Monsoon (d) The Vegetable Market
25. 25.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) Children are planting saplings. (b) Ducks are swimming in the water. (c) A frog is sitting on a leaf. (d) A colourful rangoli decorates the door.
26. 26.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the MIDDLE of the story.
    
    Meera wanted to bake a cake for Mum.
    She mixed flour, sugar and milk in a bowl.
    ___
    Mum smiled when she tasted the cake. (a) One morning, tiny chicks hatched from the eggs. (b) Grandma helped her put the cake in the oven. (c) They picked up the rubbish and filled ten sacks.
27. 27.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
    ___ (a) Now Lakshmi and Kavya are best friends. (b) The next day, the owner came and thanked Asha. (c) Farhan's family decided to keep the kitten.
28. 28.A story begins: “Arjun woke up with a bad cough.”
    Which sentence comes next? (a) Dad took Arjun to the doctor. (b) The doctor gave him some cough medicine. (c) In two days, Arjun felt well again.
29. 29.Which is the best title for this paragraph?
    
    Elephants are the biggest land animals. They have long trunks and big ears. Elephants eat grass, leaves and fruit. Baby elephants stay close to their mothers. (a) Our Postman (b) The Railway Station (c) A Day at the Beach (d) Elephants
30. 30.Read the paragraph:
    1. I got a new bicycle on my birthday.
    2. Tea sellers walk up and down the platform.
    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 4 (c) Sentence 3 (d) Sentence 5
31. 31.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) The Big Football Match (b) The Power Cut (c) The Lost Ring (d) The Broken Kite
32. 32.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 Nest on the Window (b) Arjun Gets Well (c) The Dripping Tap (d) The Clean Park
33. 33.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) Dev Forgets His Umbrella (b) Saving the Fish (c) Neel Learns to Swim (d) The Power Cut
34. 34.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 oil the chain of my bicycle every week. (a) My New Bicycle (b) Saving Water (c) Our Classroom (d) A Trip to the Old Fort
35. 35.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, stop at the edge of the road.
    Then, look right, then left, then right again.
    ___, wait until the road is clear.
    Finally, walk across quickly and carefully. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next
36. 36.Read the paragraph:
    1. Our school sports day was full of fun.
    2. The day began with a march past.
    3. A green board hangs at the front.
    4. Our house won the tug of war.
    5. The winners got shiny medals.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 3
37. 37.Which linking word shows a result? (a) But (b) Finally (c) therefore (d) since
38. 38.Read the paragraph:
    1. I got a new bicycle on my birthday.
    2. Its seat is soft and comfortable.
    3. Farhan and I play football after school.
    4. I ride it to the park every evening.
    5. I oil the chain of my bicycle every week.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
39. 39.A story begins: “Rahul saw a fish flapping on the dry riverbank. He gently picked up the fish in his hands.”
    Which sentence comes next? (a) The fish swam away, and Rahul smiled. (b) He put the fish back into the river.
40. 40.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) Grandma's Garden (c) The Vegetable Market (d) Sports Day

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