Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 67 · 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 buzzing bee? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a calm, wise voice
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a grand, royal voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.

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