Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 931 · 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) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Tell the story in your own words. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Keep your eyes closed while you speak. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
3. 3.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
4. 4.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 shaky, scared voice
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part.
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Wave your arms about for no reason.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
11. 11.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Show the size of the giant with your arms.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Speak with your hand over your mouth.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Talk to only one friend in the room. (c) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Stop in the middle to check a phone.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a calm, wise voice
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
20. 20.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a quick, excited voice
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Swing from side to side all the time. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand tall and smile at the start. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
28. 28.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 your face to show feelings.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Make eye contact with people around the room. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Stop every few lines to ask for water.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
40. 40.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) Never pause, not even once.

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