Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 151 · 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) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a calm, wise voice
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a deep, booming voice
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a deep, booming voice
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
33. 33.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
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Never practise before the show.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a giggly, playful voice

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