Characters
Story Plot
SEL/Vocab
Quotes
100

Who is the main character who loves staying in the background and letting others shine.

The Humble Pie

100

What assignment kicks off the main conflict in the story?

A school/science project

100

Why is it important to use your voice?

So that your ideas are heard and you get fair credit

100
What is the catchphrase that the Humble Pie often says with a shrug?

"Aww, shucks!"

200

Who is the humble pie's best friend who is paired with him for the school project?

Jake the Cake

200

What happens when the humble pie works with Jake the Cake?

Jake does not put in any work to the project and does not show up to the planned meetings with the Humble Pie

200

What does the word "Humble" mean?

To be modest, not seek a lot of attention or not bragging about things you have done

200

Finish the sentence: "because I am a pie. A humble pie, that's no ___"

Lie!

300

What is the name of the science teacher who announces the parter project?

Mr. Berryman

300

What does the Humble Pie finally decide to do?

He speaks up and shares how he feels about doing all of the work for the project

300

True or False: Being humble means you should NEVER share you own accomplishments

False - you can be humble and still speak up for yourself

300

What is a synonym for "shy"

Timid, reserved, quiet, bashful

400

Why is the humble pie happy to stay out of the spotlight?

Because he likes giving others attention and he feels more comfortable in the background

400
How does Jake the Cake react when the Humble Pie speaks up?

He is supportive and understanding

400

What is an example of teamwork that is shown in the book?

Jake the Cake and the Humble Pie work together to contribute equally to the project

400

What is a word for when someone is given praise or recognition?

Spotlight/Credit

500

How do the humble pie's feelings change by the end of the story?

He learns that it is okay to speak up and share his own ideas.

500

How does the Humble Pie feel at the end of the story?

Happy and more confident while remaining humble.
500

What lesson does the Humble Pie learn about friendship and confidence?

True friends want you to shine too, and that your voice matters.

500

What does it mean to "stay in the shaddows"?

To remain unnoticed or let others take all the focus