Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 584 · 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) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a deep, booming voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Never practise before the show.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a calm, wise voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Mumble the most important words.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.

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