Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 328 · 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 proud king? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a deep, booming voice
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a quick, excited voice
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a shaky, scared voice

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