Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 406 · 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 wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a deep, booming voice
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a grand, royal voice
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Never practise before the show.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Mumble the most important words.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
33. 33.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 squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Make the story three times too long.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a sad, sniffly voice
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Stress the important words.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.

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