Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 920 · 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) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Pause after you ask your listeners a question. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
5. 5.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Wait a moment after a funny line.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Never practise before the show.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (c) Never practise before the show.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
23. 23.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a deep, booming voice
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Use your face to show feelings. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop in the middle to check a phone. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
29. 29.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a high, squeaky voice
30. 30.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Chew gum while you tell the story. (b) Pause just before the big surprise. (c) Stand where everyone can see you.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a calm, wise voice
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Make the story three times too long. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Answer your phone in the middle of the story.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.

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