Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 562 · 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 high, squeaky voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
3. 3.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
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a flat, beeping voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a quick, excited voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Mumble the most important words.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.

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