Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 179 · 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 flat, beeping voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Never pause, not even once.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Never practise before the show.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a grand, royal voice
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Mix up the order of events.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Mumble the most important words.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a grand, royal voice
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Never pause, not even once.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.

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