Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 858 · 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) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Take a calm breath before you begin. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a calm, wise voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (c) Change your voice for each character.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
36. 36.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a deep, booming voice
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.

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