Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 302 · 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 buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Stress the important words.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a calm, wise voice
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a quick, excited voice
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Mix up the order of events.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.

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