Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 670 · 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 up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Mix up the order of events.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a grand, royal voice
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a grand, royal voice
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a calm, wise voice
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Stress the important words.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.

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