The Simpsons season 7 episode 20 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Bart exploits "Go To Work With Your Parents Day" to forge a fake ID for a spring break adventure with Milhouse, Martin, and Nelson. They aim for Knoxville's World's Fair, only to find it long over and themselves stranded without money or a car. Meanwhile, Lisa learns about nuclear power at Homer's plant. Bart, desperate, becomes a courier to get home. Back in Springfield, Homer and Lisa bond over shared secrets and devise a plan to get Bart back by ordering a fake nuclear console for him to courier. Despite the chaos, Bart returns home, oblivious to his parents' intervention.
Full Episode S07E20 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What problem did Principal Skinner have with his flight tickets?
Principal Skinner's issues included an incorrect seat assignment, an unwanted kosher meal, and a wrong departure date.
Why did Principal Skinner invent "Go To Work With Your Parents Day"?
Skinner created the day to close the school early, accommodating his vacation plans.
What was Bart's assignment on "Go To Work With Your Parents Day"?
Bart stayed home to watch his mother, Marge, work.
Where did Lisa go on "Go To Work With Your Parents Day"?
Lisa accompanied Homer to the nuclear power plant.
How did Bart and Milhouse obtain a fake ID?
They used a driver's license-making machine at the DMV.
What was the initial destination of Bart and his friends' road trip?
Their initial destination was the World's Fair in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Why did Bart and his friends end up stranded in Knoxville?
They discovered the World's Fair had ended years ago and they ran out of money.
What job did Bart take on to try to get home from Knoxville?
Bart worked as a courier to earn his way back home.
How did Lisa plan to get Bart home?
Lisa suggested that Bart could travel for free as a courier.
What was the fake order Lisa created for Bart to courier back to Springfield?
Lisa ordered a "T-437 safety command console" from Oak Ridge.
Who did Homer and Lisa use as the fake recipient for the order?
They used the name "Langdon Alger" as the fake recipient.
How did Bart and his friends travel back to Springfield?
They traveled inside the shipping container of the fake order.
What did Principal Skinner inquire about in his phone call at the end?
Principal Skinner asked about Bart's supposed trip to Hong Kong.
What was the main theme of the Simpsons' episode?
The theme revolved around misadventures during spring break, involving fake IDs, a road trip, and family dynamics.
What lesson did the characters learn in this episode?
The episode highlighted the consequences of deceit and the importance of family support during challenging situations.