Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 708 · 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 child on her birthday? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a grand, royal voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a grand, royal voice
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Shout every single word.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Make the story three times too long.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Never practise before the show.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Shout every single word.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Shout every single word.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.

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