The Walking Dead season 1 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Rick updates Morgan via walkie-talkie, warning him of Atlanta's dangers and revealing his family is alive. At camp, Andrea mourns her sister Amy's death, and the group faces a moral quandary with Jim, who's been bitten. Rick suggests heading to the C.D.C. for safety and a potential cure. En route, Jim worsens and asks to be left behind. Alone at the C.D.C., Dr. Jenner contemplates suicide amid research struggles. The group's arrival at the seemingly abandoned C.D.C. ends with the doors mysteriously opening after Rick's desperate plea.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rick communicate to Morgan via the walkie-talkie?
Rick informs Morgan about the dangers of Atlanta and their camp's location.
Why is Andrea mourning at the camp?
Andrea mourns the death of her sister, Amy.
What dilemma does the group face regarding Amy and Jim?
The group debates how to handle the threat posed by Amy, who has turned into a walker, and Jim, who was bitten.
What is Rick's proposed destination for the group?
Rick proposes going to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (C.D.C.) for safety and a possible cure.
Why does Jim ask to be left behind?
Jim, bitten by a walker and deteriorating, asks to be left behind to die.
What decision does a family in the group make?
A family decides to leave the group to find their relatives.
What challenges does the group face on their way to the C.D.C.?
The group encounters roadblocks and deals with Jim's worsening condition.
Who is Dr. Jenner and what is he struggling with at the C.D.C.?
Dr. Jenner is alone in the C.D.C., struggling with isolation and the loss of critical research samples.
How does the group finally gain entry into the C.D.C.?
After Rick pleads for sanctuary, the doors of the C.D.C. open as they start to leave.