Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 889 · 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) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Never pause, not even once.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never pause, not even once. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Never pause, not even once.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a calm, wise voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Mumble the most important words.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a deep, booming voice
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Mix up the order of events.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Shout every single word.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Swing from side to side all the time. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
38. 38.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Start before everyone is listening.

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