Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 235 · 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) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a calm, wise voice
12. 12.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 slow, sleepy voice
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a quick, excited voice
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Stress the important words.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Never pause, not even once.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Change your voice for each character.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a calm, wise voice
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.

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