Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 174 · 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 a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a shaky, scared voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Shout every single word.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a slow, sleepy voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a deep, booming voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper

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