Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 240 · 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 sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a grand, royal voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Never pause, not even once.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a quick, excited voice
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a quick, excited voice
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.

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