Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 277 · 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) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Never pause, not even once.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a grand, royal voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a grand, royal voice
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a deep, booming voice
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a shaky, scared voice
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
33. 33.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) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Make the story three times too long.

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