Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 500 · 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 proud king? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a fast, buzzing voice
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a calm, wise voice
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Change your voice for each character.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Change your voice for each character.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.

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