Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 392 · 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) Shout every single word. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Never practise before the show.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a grand, royal voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a calm, wise voice
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Never pause, not even once.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Stress the important words.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.

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