Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 24 · 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 NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Never practise before the show.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a sly, sneaky voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Never pause, not even once.
35. 35.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) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Use your face to show feelings.

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