The Simpsons season 6 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

During Springfield Elementary's Science Week, Bart Simpson accidentally destroys a weather balloon. As punishment, he assists Principal Skinner in astronomy and discovers a comet, later named after him. The comet heads towards Earth, causing panic in Springfield. A failed government rocket destroys the town's only escape route. The residents seek refuge in Ned Flanders' bomb shelter. As the comet enters the atmosphere, it disintegrates, sparing the town and leaving the citizens to reflect on life's fragility.

Full Episode S06E14 Recap

### Science Week Finale: Weather Balloon Launch - Springfield Elementary celebrates the end of a successful Science Week. - The grand finale involves the launch of a weather balloon. - Bart Simpson inadvertently destroys the balloon, causing chaos. ### Bart's Punishment: Astronomy with Skinner - Principal Skinner punishes Bart for his actions. - Bart must assist Skinner with amateur astronomy, starting at 4:30 AM. ### Bart's Unexpected Discovery - While reluctantly helping Skinner, Bart discovers a comet. - The comet is officially named the Bart Simpson Comet. ### The Threat of the Comet - The comet is found to be on a collision course with Earth. - Panic ensues as Springfield prepares for potential disaster. ### Government Response and Failed Rocket Plan - The government attempts to intercept the comet with a rocket. - The plan fails, destroying the only bridge out of town. ### Springfield's Reaction to the Impending Doom - Citizens of Springfield react in various ways to the impending comet strike. - The town becomes chaotic with some trying to escape and others accepting fate. ### The Flanders' Bomb Shelter - Ned Flanders has a bomb shelter, leading to a dispute over who should take shelter. - Eventually, Flanders and his family are forced out by the others. ### The Comet Disintegrates - As the comet approaches, it breaks up in the atmosphere. - The town is saved, with the comet reduced to a tiny rock. ### Reflections Post-Comet - Springfield residents reflect on the event and appreciate life's fragility. - There's a call to destroy the observatory to prevent future scares.

Frequently Asked Questions

What event marks the finale of Science Week at Springfield Elementary?

The launching of a weather balloon.

Who inadvertently destroys the weather balloon?

Bart Simpson.

What punishment does Bart receive for destroying the balloon?

He must assist Principal Skinner with amateur astronomy.

At what time does Bart have to start assisting Skinner?

4:30 in the morning.

What significant discovery does Bart make while helping Skinner?

He discovers a comet, later named the Bart Simpson Comet.

What threat does the Bart Simpson Comet pose to Springfield?

It is on a collision course with Earth.

How does the government initially plan to deal with the comet?

By intercepting it with a rocket.

What happens to the rocket intended to destroy the comet?

It fails and destroys the only bridge out of town.

Who owns a bomb shelter in Springfield?

Ned Flanders.

What happens when the comet finally reaches Springfield?

It disintegrates in the atmosphere, reducing to a tiny rock.

What lesson do the Springfield residents learn from the comet incident?

They appreciate the preciousness of life.

What do some residents suggest doing to the observatory post-comet incident?

They propose burning down the observatory to prevent future scares.

The Simpsons season 6 episode 14

Bart's Comet