Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 428 · 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) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Change your voice for each character.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Mumble the most important words.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a calm, wise voice
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a deep, booming voice
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a slow, sleepy voice
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.

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