Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 860 · 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) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
7. 7.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
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a deep, booming voice
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a quick, excited voice
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Look around at different listeners, not just one.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start before everyone is listening. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
18. 18.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
19. 19.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Mix up the order of events.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Shout every single word.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand still instead of swaying about. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Thank your listeners when you finish.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Keep your eyes closed while you speak.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a sad, sniffly voice
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Choose a story that suits your listeners.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Mumble the most important words.

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