Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 873 · 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 grumpy old bear? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a calm, wise voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Shout every single word. (c) Change your voice for each character.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a quick, excited voice
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Never practise before the show.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
39. 39.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) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.

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