Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 520 · 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) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Mix up the order of events.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a calm, wise voice
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
18. 18.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) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Mix up the order of events.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a calm, wise voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a calm, wise voice
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
31. 31.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 the size of the giant with your arms.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.

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