Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 657 · 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 sleepy old tortoise? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Never practise before the show.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Shout every single word.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a deep, booming voice
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Make the story three times too long.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Make the story three times too long.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
32. 32.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) Laugh during the sad parts.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a grand, royal voice
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.

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