Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 983 · 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) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
2. 2.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Thank your listeners when you finish. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stand where everyone can see you. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (c) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start.
6. 6.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Mumble so nobody can hear the words.
7. 7.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Never practise before the show. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Practise telling the story before the show. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Fiddle with your hair the whole time.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
10. 10.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend. (b) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (c) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep.
11. 11.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Use the same voice for every character.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Say “umm” after every few words. (b) Speak with your hand over your mouth. (c) Point to where things happen as you describe them.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a calm, wise voice
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a proud king? (a) a gruff, grumpy voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a grand, royal voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep a calm, steady pace at the start. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Say “umm” after every few words.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Read every word without ever looking up. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Never practise before the show. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your face to show feelings. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
21. 21.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait a moment after a funny line. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Lean in when you share a secret part. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
26. 26.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Show a picture or a prop if it helps. (c) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous.
28. 28.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Look at the floor the whole time. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Slow down for the most important moment.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
31. 31.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a calm, wise voice
32. 32.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a high, squeaky voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
34. 34.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Use your face to show feelings.
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a slow, sleepy voice
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (c) Whisper the whole story very quietly.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Show the size of the giant with your arms. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Slow down for the most important moment. (b) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear. (c) Laugh at the joke before you tell it.

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