Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 14 · 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.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Change your voice for each character.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a calm, wise voice
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Never practise before the show.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a quick, excited voice
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.

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