Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 491 · 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 frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
9. 9.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 shaky, scared voice
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
15. 15.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) Look at your listeners as you speak.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a quick, excited voice
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.

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