Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 260 · 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 where everyone can see you. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a fast, buzzing voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a grand, royal voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a quick, excited voice
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
17. 17.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 slow, sleepy voice
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Shout every single word.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Never practise before the show.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a grand, royal voice
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.

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