Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 822 · 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 NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Never practise before the show.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.

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