Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 318 · 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 tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a quick, excited voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a grand, royal voice
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Change your voice for each character.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a shaky, scared voice
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Never pause, not even once.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Mix up the order of events.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a calm, wise voice

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