Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 185 · 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 crying baby elephant? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a quick, excited voice
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a deep, booming voice
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Mix up the order of events.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Stress the important words.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Stress the important words.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Make the story three times too long.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a deep, booming voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice

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