Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 557 · 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 sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a deep, booming voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a deep, booming voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Never pause, not even once.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a deep, booming voice
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a calm, wise voice
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a deep, booming voice
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Shout every single word.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Make the story three times too long.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a quick, excited voice
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Mumble the most important words.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Never practise before the show.

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