Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 169 · 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 robot? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a flat, beeping voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a quick, excited voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Mumble the most important words.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Never practise before the show.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Mix up the order of events.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Shout every single word.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.

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