Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 489 · 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) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a deep, booming voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Make the story three times too long.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
38. 38.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 sly, sneaky voice
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.

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