Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 623 · 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) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Never practise before the show.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
11. 11.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 calm, wise voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Stress the important words.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a quick, excited voice
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Never pause, not even once.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a grand, royal voice
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.

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