Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 503 · 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 NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a calm, wise voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Stress the important words.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Change your voice for each character.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a giggly, playful voice
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Never pause, not even once.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (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) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Change your voice for each character.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.

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