Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 105 · 40 questions

Writer's tip (Tell it, don’t just read it): Speak slowly, clearly and loudly enough for everyone. Pause before a surprise and change your voice for each character (a deep voice for a giant, a squeaky one for a mouse). Look at your listeners and use your face and hands to show feelings and actions.

1. 1.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a calm, wise voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a quick, excited voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Mumble the most important words.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Shout every single word.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a grand, royal voice
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Change your voice for each character.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a quick, excited voice
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Never pause, not even once.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Mix up the order of events.

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