Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 760 · 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 friendly ghost? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Mix up the order of events.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a flat, beeping voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Smile during the happy parts.

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