Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 548 · 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 child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a deep, booming voice
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Mix up the order of events.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Mix up the order of events.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a sly, sneaky voice
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a shaky, scared voice
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Never practise before the show.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.

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