Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 978 · 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.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a calm, wise voice
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a deep, booming voice
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Say “umm” after every few words. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile during the happy parts. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Turn away whenever someone laughs.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a quick, excited voice
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a grand, royal voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (b) Keep the events in the right order. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk to only one friend in the room. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a giggly, playful voice
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Begin with a hook that grabs attention. (c) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
21. 21.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Tell the story in your own words.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a calm, wise voice
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
27. 27.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene. (c) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Stress the important words.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Mix up the order of events.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Lean in when you share a secret part.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper during the exciting chase. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.

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