Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 387 · 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) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Shout every single word.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Change your voice for each character.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Change your voice for each character.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a grand, royal voice
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a quick, excited voice
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Shout every single word.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Stress the important words.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Mumble the most important words.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a grand, royal voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a quick, excited voice
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.

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