Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 350 · 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 sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Stress the important words.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
9. 9.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) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a quick, excited voice
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Shout every single word.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Shout every single word.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Shout every single word.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.

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