The Simpsons season 2 episode 15 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Homer learns about a new BBQ place and plans to visit with Marge, conflicting with a wedding they must attend. At the wedding, Selma's loneliness prompts her to seek a partner. Marge, owing a favor to her sisters, tries to set Selma up with Principal Skinner, but accidentally introduces him to Patty instead. Skinner and Patty date but she rejects his marriage proposal to stay close to Selma. The episode closes with Skinner heartbroken but back at work, and Selma continuing her search for love.

Full Episode S02E15 Recap

### Homer Learns About Greasy Joe's BBQ - Homer is woken by a call from a friend about a new BBQ place, Greasy Joe's Bottomless BBQ Pit. - He excitedly plans to visit it with Marge, despite her reminding him of his pork intake limit. ### Conflict Over Saturday Night Plans - Marge realizes they have a commitment to attend Stanley Peterson's wedding on the same night. ### The Wedding Scene - At the wedding, Selma feels her loneliness and expresses her desire to find a partner. ### Marge's Promise to Patty and Selma - Patty and Selma remind Marge of a past favor she owes them, insisting she finds Selma a husband. ### Homer's Mission to Find Selma a Husband - Homer reluctantly agrees to help find Selma a husband, under Marge's insistence. ### Principal Skinner's Interaction with Bart - At school, Principal Skinner catches Bart in a misdeed and decides on a punishment involving physical labor. - Skinner reveals his single status in a conversation with Marge. ### Dinner with the Simpsons - Marge invites Skinner for dinner, intending to set him up with Selma, but mistakenly introduces him to Patty. ### Skinner and Patty's Date - Despite the mix-up, Skinner and Patty go on a date, finding they share common dislikes. ### Skinner's Proposal to Patty - Skinner, falling for Patty, plans to propose marriage to her. ### Selma's Decision - Selma, feeling pressured, decides to actively seek a partner, leading to a humorous mix-up with Barney. ### Skinner's Proposal and Patty's Dilemma - Skinner proposes to Patty at school with a grand gesture. - Patty struggles with the decision, ultimately rejecting Skinner to stay close to Selma. ### Conclusion: Back to Normalcy - Skinner returns to his role as principal, and Selma continues her search for love. - The episode closes with Barney finding solace in alcohol after a brief heartbreak over Selma.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greasy Joe's Bottomless BBQ Pit?

Greasy Joe's Bottomless BBQ Pit is a new all-you-can-eat BBQ restaurant in the show.

Why can't Homer and Marge go to Greasy Joe's on Saturday night?

They have to attend Stanley Peterson's wedding.

What does Selma express at the wedding?

Selma expresses her desire to find a partner due to her loneliness.

Why do Patty and Selma insist Marge owes them a favor?

Marge had previously made a promise to them related to visiting the Bowler's Hall of Fame.

What task does Principal Skinner assign to Bart as punishment?

Skinner assigns Bart the task of re-sodding the school's play field manually.

Why does Marge invite Principal Skinner to dinner?

Marge invites Skinner to dinner to set him up with her sister, Selma.

Who does Skinner mistakenly think he's being set up with?

Skinner mistakenly thinks he's being set up with Patty, not Selma.

What do Skinner and Patty find they have in common on their date?

Skinner and Patty discover they both dislike the same things.

How does Skinner propose to Patty?

Skinner proposes to Patty with a large engagement ring at the school.

Why does Patty reject Skinner's proposal?

Patty rejects Skinner because she doesn't want to leave her sister, Selma.

What is Principal Skinner's reaction to the rejection?

Skinner is heartbroken but accepts the decision and returns to his job.

What decision does Selma make about finding love?

Selma decides to actively look for love, leading to a mix-up with Barney.

How does the episode end for Barney?

The episode ends with Barney finding solace in alcohol after briefly being heartbroken over Selma.

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