Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 51 · 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 robot? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a shaky, scared voice
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Change your voice for each character.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Shout every single word.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Change your voice for each character.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Change your voice for each character.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a grand, royal voice
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.

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