Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 492 · 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 buzzing bee? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Never practise before the show.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Change your voice for each character.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a calm, wise voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a sad, sniffly voice
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.

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