Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 509 · 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 deep, booming voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a calm, wise voice
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a deep, booming voice
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a quick, excited voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Mix up the order of events.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Never practise before the show.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Shout every single word.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper

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