Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 841 · 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 robot? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a deep, booming voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
25. 25.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) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Practise telling the story before the show.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice

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