Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 517 · 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 grand, royal voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Make the story three times too long.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a giggly, playful voice
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Make the story three times too long.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
22. 22.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) Never practise before the show.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a deep, booming voice
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a grand, royal voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Mix up the order of events.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Shout every single word.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Shout every single word.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.

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