Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 542 · 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 tiny mouse? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Never practise before the show.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a quick, excited voice
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.

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