Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 232 · 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) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a calm, wise voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a deep, booming voice
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a deep, booming voice
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Make the story three times too long.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Shout every single word.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Never practise before the show.

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