Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 909 · 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 NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Shout every single word.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Make eye contact with people around the room. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Stress the important words.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a deep, booming voice
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
15. 15.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 deep, booming voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Keep the events in the right order.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Never pause, not even once.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Shout every single word.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Mumble the most important words.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Whisper during the exciting chase. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Smile at your listeners at the end. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
40. 40.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a deep, booming voice

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