Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 805 · 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 wise old owl? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a deep, booming voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a calm, wise voice
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a quick, excited voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Mumble the most important words.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Mix up the order of events.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a quick, excited voice
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a deep, booming voice
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Make the story three times too long.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.

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