Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 984 · 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) Never pause, not even once. (b) Make the story three times too long. (c) Make eye contact with people around the room.
2. 2.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
4. 4.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it.
8. 8.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Hide your face behind the book. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Talk to only one friend in the room.
9. 9.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
10. 10.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Tell the story in your own words. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
13. 13.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Giggle all through the scary parts. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
14. 14.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stare at the ceiling instead of the audience. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line.
15. 15.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Know the beginning, middle and end well.
16. 16.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Read every word without ever looking up.
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Stand tall and smile at the start. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
20. 20.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (b) Practise telling the story before the show. (c) Keep your face blank, with no feelings.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Speak slowly and clearly. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
22. 22.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Pause just before the big surprise.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Speak as fast as you possibly can.
24. 24.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep saying “and then, and then” every line. (b) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
25. 25.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Change your voice for each character.
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (b) Look at the floor the whole time. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (b) Stand still instead of swaying about. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Thank your listeners when you finish. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Never practise before the show.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
30. 30.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a flat, beeping voice (b) a sad, sniffly voice (c) a shaky, scared voice
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Read every word without ever looking up. (b) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (c) Show a picture or a prop if it helps.
33. 33.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use your hands to show actions. (b) Look at your listeners as you speak. (c) Shout every single word.
34. 34.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mumble so nobody can hear the words. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Speak loudly enough for everyone to hear.
35. 35.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a deep, booming voice
36. 36.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Use a soft voice to build suspense.
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
39. 39.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a slow, sleepy voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a grand, royal voice
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Smile at your listeners at the end. (b) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.

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