Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 545 · 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 a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a calm, wise voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Change your voice for each character.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
21. 21.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) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Mumble the most important words.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
28. 28.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) Make eye contact with people around the room.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Shout every single word.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Mix up the order of events.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.

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