Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 820 · 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) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
31. 31.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Mumble the most important words.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice

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