Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 250 · 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 fast, buzzing voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.

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