Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 194 · 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 grumpy old bear? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
4. 4.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 high, squeaky voice
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a fast, buzzing voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Stress the important words.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a grand, royal voice
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Make the story three times too long.
33. 33.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 giggly, playful voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a grand, royal voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice

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