Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 307 · 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 NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a deep, booming voice
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
19. 19.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) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.

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