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All in the Family - S03E22 - Archie Learns His Lesson
 

All in the Family season 3 episode 22

Archie Learns His Lesson

 
Archie attends night-school classes to qualify for a high-school diploma.
 
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All in the Family / S03E22 : Archie Learns His Lesson
Season 3, Episode 22 | Aired on March 10, 1973 | TV-G | 25 min. | CBS
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  • All in the Family - Episode 1 - Archie and the Editorial
    Episode 1
    Archie and the Editorial
  • All in the Family - Episode 2 - Archie's Fraud
    Episode 2
    Archie's Fraud
  • All in the Family - Episode 3 - The Threat
    Episode 3
    The Threat
  • All in the Family - Episode 4 - Gloria and the Riddle
    Episode 4
    Gloria and the Riddle
  • All in the Family - Episode 5 - Lionel Steps Out
    Episode 5
    Lionel Steps Out
  • All in the Family - Episode 6 - Edith Flips Her Wig
    Episode 6
    Edith Flips Her Wig
  • All in the Family - Episode 7 - The Bunkers and the Swingers
    Episode 7
    The Bunkers and the Swingers
  • All in the Family - Episode 8 - Mike Comes Into Money
    Episode 8
    Mike Comes Into Money
  • All in the Family - Episode 9 - Flashback: Mike and Gloria's Wedding (1)
    Episode 9
    Flashback: Mike and Gloria's Wedding (1)
  • All in the Family - Episode 10 - Flashback: Mike and Gloria's Wedding (2)
    Episode 10
    Flashback: Mike and Gloria's Wedding (2)
  • All in the Family - Episode 11 - The Locket
    Episode 11
    The Locket
  • All in the Family - Episode 12 - Mike's Appendix
    Episode 12
    Mike's Appendix
  • All in the Family - Episode 13 - Edith's Winning Ticket
    Episode 13
    Edith's Winning Ticket
  • All in the Family - Episode 14 - Archie and the Bowling Team
    Episode 14
    Archie and the Bowling Team
  • All in the Family - Episode 15 - Archie in the Hospital
    Episode 15
    Archie in the Hospital
  • All in the Family - Episode 16 - Oh Say Can You See
    Episode 16
    Oh Say Can You See
  • All in the Family - Episode 17 - Archie Goes Too Far
    Episode 17
    Archie Goes Too Far
  • All in the Family - Episode 18 - Class Reunion
    Episode 18
    Class Reunion
  • All in the Family - Episode 19 - Hot Watch
    Episode 19
    Hot Watch
  • All in the Family - Episode 20 - Archie Is Branded
    Episode 20
    Archie Is Branded
  • All in the Family - Episode 21 - Everybody Tells the Truth
    Episode 21
    Everybody Tells the Truth
  • All in the Family - Episode 22 - Archie Learns His Lesson
    Episode 22
    Archie Learns His Lesson
  • All in the Family - Episode 23 - Gloria the Victim
    Episode 23
    Gloria the Victim
  • All in the Family - Episode 24 - The Battle of the Month
    Episode 24
    The Battle of the Month

All in the Family season 3 episode 22 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Archie and Edith Bunker nostalgically sing about the past. At home, the quietness without Archie's presence is noticeable. Edith recalls cooking for Archie, who affectionately called her "dingbat." Archie, in a rush, skips dinner for urgent work. Gloria and Mike discover Archie has been secretly attending high school to qualify for a dispatcher's job, a fact he's embarrassed about. Archie and Mike heatedly debate American history, particularly Manifest Destiny. Archie plans to cheat on his exam with crib notes, but ultimately passes without them. Despite his success, Archie learns the job went to the boss's nephew. The episode closes with the family recognizing Archie's effort and joking about displaying his diploma.

Full Episode S03E22 Recap

### Opening Scene: Singing the Theme Song - **Archie** and **Edith Bunker** sing the theme song of "All in the Family," reflecting on the good old days. ### Kitchen Scene: Missing Archie's Presence - **Michael (Mike)** expresses how the house feels too quiet without Archie's usual arguments. - **Edith** reassures Mike that Archie is only working overtime and will be back to his normal routine soon. ### Flashback: Edith Recalls First Cooking for Archie - Edith reminisces about the first time she cooked pot roast for Archie and how he affectionately called her "dingbat." ### Archie Returns Home in a Rush - Archie comes home in a hurry, unable to stay for dinner as he needs to grab a sandwich and beer before heading out again. - Edith and Gloria are concerned about Archie's rushed behavior and his frequent outings. ### The Secret Behind Archie's Night Outs - Gloria and Mike suspect something is amiss with Archie's constant night outs, which he claims are for bowling. - Edith reveals to Gloria and Mike that Archie is secretly attending high school to get his diploma for a potential dispatcher's job, a fact Archie is embarrassed about due to not graduating earlier in life. ### Archie's Study Time and Argument over Manifest Destiny - Archie studies for his history exam at home, discussing Manifest Destiny and getting into an argument with Mike over its meaning and implications. - The discussion turns into a heated debate about American imperialism and the treatment of Native Americans. ### Archie's Plan to Cheat on the Exam - Archie prepares crib notes to cheat on his history exam, rationalizing it as a necessity to secure a better job. - Gloria and Mike are disappointed in Archie's plan to cheat, leading to a discussion about ethics and honesty. ### The Result of Archie's Exam - Archie nervously awaits the result of his exam, which Edith opens to reveal that he passed. - The family celebrates Archie's success, but the joy is short-lived as they learn that the dispatcher's job was given to the boss's nephew due to nepotism. ### Final Scene: Reflecting on Archie's Achievement - Despite the disappointment, the family acknowledges Archie's effort and his achievement in obtaining a high school diploma. - The episode closes with a humorous suggestion to hang Archie's diploma in Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum. *All in the Family was recorded on tape before a live audience.*

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the house unusually quiet at the beginning of the episode?

Mike mentions it's too quiet because Archie is not there to argue, as he is working overtime.

Why does Edith call Archie "dingbat"?

Edith recalls that Archie started calling her "dingbat" after she cooked him pot roast when they were dating, and it became an affectionate nickname.

What is Archie in a rush for when he returns home?

Archie is in a rush to grab a sandwich and beer before heading out again, claiming he doesn't have time for dinner.

Why are Gloria and Mike concerned about Archie's nightly outings?

They suspect something is wrong because Archie frequently claims to be going bowling but his behavior suggests otherwise.

What is the real reason behind Archie's night outs?

Edith reveals that Archie is secretly attending high school to get his diploma, aiming for a dispatcher's job at his workplace.

What historical concept do Archie and Mike argue about?

They argue about the concept of Manifest Destiny, its meaning, and its impact on American imperialism and Native Americans.

How does Archie plan to pass his history exam?

Archie plans to cheat by using crib notes during his history exam.

What is the family's reaction to Archie's plan to cheat?

Gloria and Mike are disappointed and discuss the ethical implications of Archie's decision to cheat.

What is the result of Archie's history exam?

Archie passes his history exam, as revealed by a letter from the school.

How does the family react to the news that Archie passed?

The family is initially overjoyed and proud of Archie's success.

What disappointing news does Archie receive after passing his exam?

Archie learns that despite his efforts, the dispatcher's job was given to the boss's nephew due to nepotism.

How does the episode end?

The episode ends with the family acknowledging Archie's achievement and jokingly suggesting hanging his diploma in Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum.

 
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