Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 268 · 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) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Make the story three times too long.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Mix up the order of events.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Change your voice for each character.
11. 11.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) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Shout every single word.

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