Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 17 · 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) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a grand, royal voice
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a calm, wise voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Shout every single word.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a grand, royal voice
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Never practise before the show.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.

Free creative writing lessons, practice and worksheets at talentjr.in/creative-writing-for-kids