Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 628 · 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 NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a calm, wise voice
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a quick, excited voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Change your voice for each character.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a quick, excited voice
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a deep, booming voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.

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