Paragraph Writing Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 16: Practice: paragraphs and stories · Set 832 · 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 paragraph?
   
   Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Fruits give us many vitamins. Milk and curd make our bones strong. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) Our Postman (b) The Peacock (c) Our School Library (d) Healthy Food
2. 2.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) since (b) First (c) Although (d) so
3. 3.Read the paragraph:
   1. In January, the sky fills with kites.
   2. Kites of every colour dance in the wind.
   3. We buy strong string for our kites.
   4. A magician does tricks for the children.
   5. At night, people fly kites with small lights.
   
   Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 2 (c) Sentence 3 (d) Sentence 5
4. 4.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 describes this picture? (a) A nurse is holding a thermometer. (b) A butterfly is sitting on a flower. (c) A boatman is rowing his boat. (d) A colourful rangoli decorates the door.
5. 5.What is this paragraph mostly about?
   
   The night sky is full of wonders. Thousands of stars twinkle above us. The moon looks like a silver plate. Sometimes we spot a shooting star. Some stars make shapes in the sky. (a) my new bicycle (b) grandma's garden (c) our school sports day (d) the night sky
6. 6.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “It was very hot. ___, we went for a swim.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
7. 7.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, put an egg in a pan of water.
   ___, boil it for ten minutes.
   Next, cool the egg in cold water.
   Finally, peel the shell and eat the egg. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally
8. 8.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, stop at the edge of the road.
   Then, look right, then left, then right again.
   Next, wait until the road is clear.
   ___, walk across quickly and carefully. (a) Because (b) Finally (c) First
9. 9.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes FIRST? (a) He flew the kite high above the roof. (b) Kabir made a kite with paper and sticks. (c) Kabir mended the kite and flew it again. (d) Suddenly the string snapped and the kite fell.
10. 10.Which sentence is the best opening (topic sentence) for this paragraph?
    
    ___ The day began with a march past. Our house won the tug of war. The winners got shiny medals. (a) Our street had a cricket match on Sunday. (b) We must not waste water. (c) An old banyan tree stands in our village. (d) Our school sports day was full of fun.
11. 11.Read the paragraph:
    1. We spent a happy day at the beach.
    2. The waves splashed over our feet.
    3. We built a big sandcastle.
    4. We collected shells near the shore.
    5. Stalls sell bangles, toys and balloons.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 5 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 4
12. 12.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) the peacock (b) our trip to the zoo (c) a day at the beach (d) a busy railway station
13. 13.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) Our School Library (b) The Vegetable Market (c) My Pet Cat (d) My Best Friend
14. 14.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) A poster about clean hands is on the wall. (b) Ducks are swimming in the water. (c) Two children are swinging happily. (d) Dark clouds cover the sky.
15. 15.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 fishing with a long rod. (b) A blue bus is arriving. (c) A pressure cooker is on the stove. (d) A farmer is ploughing the field.
16. 16.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) Zoya's parents took Mrs Rao to the clinic. (b) At the science fair, her volcano bubbled with foam. (c) Grandma helped her put the cake in the oven.
17. 17.Read the paragraph:
    1. The monsoon is my favourite season.
    2. Dark clouds gather and rain pours down.
    3. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields.
    4. Our team scored fifty runs.
    5. Children float paper boats in puddles.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 4 (b) Sentence 2 (c) Sentence 5 (d) Sentence 3
18. 18.The first step is: “Write the letter.”
    Which step comes next? (a) Stick a stamp on it and post it. (b) Fold it and put it in an envelope. (c) Seal the envelope.
19. 19.These sentences of a story are jumbled. Which sentence comes FIRST? (a) Ananya entered the school spelling contest. (b) Ananya learnt ten new spellings every day. (c) In the final round, she spelt every word right. (d) Ananya won the contest and a shiny trophy.
20. 20.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 describes this picture? (a) A coach is blowing a whistle. (b) The teacher is writing on the board. (c) Fruit is piled high on the stalls. (d) Ducks are swimming in the water.
21. 21.Read the paragraph:
    1. Ants are tiny but very hard-working.
    2. They live together in an anthill.
    3. Ants can carry food heavier than themselves.
    4. Red roses grow along the fence.
    5. Ants walk one behind the other in a line.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 5 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 2
22. 22.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, put the gift in a box.
    Then, wrap the box in coloured paper.
    Next, stick the ends with tape.
    Finally, tie a ribbon around it. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
23. 23.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the MIDDLE of the story.
    
    Mrs Rao next door slipped and hurt her leg.
    Zoya ran to help Mrs Rao get up.
    ___
    Mrs Rao thanked Zoya with a box of sweets. (a) In the final round, she spelt every word right. (b) Zoya's parents took Mrs Rao to the clinic. (c) At the science fair, her volcano bubbled with foam.
24. 24.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    Priya practised her lines every evening.
    On stage, Priya spoke her lines perfectly.
    Everyone clapped loudly for the queen. (a) Priya got the role of a queen in the school play. (b) Neel was scared to go into the pool. (c) Omkar noticed the kitchen tap was dripping.
25. 25.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    We must not waste water. Turn off the tap while you brush. Fix leaking taps quickly. Use a bucket, not a pipe, to wash the car. Take a quick bath with one bucket of water. (a) saving water (b) elephants (c) the night sky (d) our classroom
26. 26.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 does NOT fit this picture? (a) Two children are swinging happily. (b) The librarian is stamping a book. (c) A man is jogging along the path. (d) A girl is flying a kite.
27. 27.Read the paragraph:
    1. Last Sunday, our class went to the zoo.
    2. Frogs croak loudly in the wet fields.
    3. We saw a tiger resting on a big rock.
    4. A giraffe ate leaves from a tall tree.
    5. We watched the zookeeper feed the bears.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 3 (b) Sentence 4 (c) Sentence 2 (d) Sentence 5
28. 28.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) The family is sharing sweets. (b) The sun is setting over the sea. (c) A colourful rangoli decorates the door. (d) Rows of oil lamps are glowing.
29. 29.Read the paragraph:
    1. My grandmother has a lovely garden.
    2. She grows tomatoes and chillies too.
    3. She sprinkles the plants every morning.
    4. Butterflies visit the marigold flowers.
    5. We built a big sandcastle.
    
    Which sentence does NOT belong? (a) Sentence 2 (b) Sentence 3 (c) Sentence 4 (d) Sentence 5
30. 30.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    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) Neel was scared to go into the pool. (b) Tara decided to build a model volcano. (c) Rahul saw a fish flapping on the dry riverbank.
31. 31.The first step is: “Put the gift in a box.”
    Which step comes next? (a) Wrap the box in coloured paper. (b) Tie a ribbon around it. (c) Stick the ends with tape.
32. 32.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the story.
    
    Diya wanted to surprise Grandpa on his birthday.
    Diya painted a birthday card for him.
    Diya hid the card under Grandpa's pillow.
    ___ (a) Tara's model won the first prize. (b) Soon Karan found his uncle near the giant wheel. (c) Grandpa found the card and laughed with joy.
33. 33.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    In January, the sky fills with kites. Children fly kites from their rooftops. Kites of every colour dance in the wind. We buy strong string for our kites. At night, people fly kites with small lights. (a) flying kites (b) the old banyan tree (c) my grandfather (d) a cricket match
34. 34.A story begins: “Karan went to the mela with his uncle. In the crowd, Karan lost sight of his uncle.”
    Which sentence comes next? (a) Soon Karan found his uncle near the giant wheel. (b) A police officer helped Karan look for him.
35. 35.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the BEGINNING of the story.
    
    ___
    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) One evening, the lights in Imran's house went out. (b) Isha planted a bean seed in a small pot. (c) Dev forgot his umbrella one cloudy morning.
36. 36.Which sentence fits the gap? It is the ENDING of the 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.
    ___ (a) Soon the plant had beans for Isha to pick. (b) Mum gave Dev hot soup and dry clothes. (c) Pooja said sorry to the librarian and paid for it.
37. 37.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 does NOT fit this picture? (a) A girl is carrying a school bag. (b) Her friends are clapping and singing. (c) A blue bus is arriving. (d) An old man is holding a walking stick.
38. 38.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) The Model Volcano (b) The Bean Seed (c) The New Girl (d) The Dripping Tap
39. 39.What is this paragraph mostly about?
    
    Healthy food keeps our bodies strong. Fruits give us many vitamins. Milk and curd make our bones strong. Dal and eggs build strong muscles. Too many sweets are bad for our teeth. (a) our trip to the zoo (b) saving water (c) the night sky (d) eating healthy food
40. 40.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) Asha and the Lost Puppy (b) The Clean Park (c) The Lost Ring (d) Lost at the Mela

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