Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 528 · 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) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Stress the important words.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a shaky, scared voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a grand, royal voice
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Mix up the order of events.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
25. 25.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) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Mumble the most important words.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.

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