Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 926 · 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) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Stand still instead of swaying about.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
12. 12.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Smile during the happy parts. (c) Forget the names of your characters.
13. 13.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
14. 14.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
17. 17.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Stress the important words.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the names of your characters. (b) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Mumble the most important words.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a high, squeaky voice (c) a grand, royal voice
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Chew gum while you tell the story. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Take a calm breath before you begin. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
33. 33.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
37. 37.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Pause after you ask your listeners a question.

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