Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 372 · 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 a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a grand, royal voice
5. 5.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) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Mumble the most important words.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a deep, booming voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a quick, excited voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.

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