The 100 season 1 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a future where Earth is believed uninhabitable, humanity survives on The Ark in space. The Ark faces a life support crisis, leading to the sacrifice of 320 people to save oxygen. Meanwhile, 100 juvenile prisoners are sent to Earth to test its habitability. On Earth, they struggle to survive, facing both environmental challenges and internal conflicts. Clarke, one of the prisoners, deals with a medical emergency and moral dilemmas, including the treatment of a captured native, a Grounder. Back on The Ark, leaders grapple with tough decisions about who can return to Earth, revealing the harsh realities of leadership and survival.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary setting of the show?
The primary setting is a future where humanity lives in space on The Ark and on Earth where 100 prisoners are sent.
Why were 320 people sacrificed on The Ark?
They were sacrificed to boost the oxygen supply due to life support failure.
Who is Abby Griffin and what happened to her?
Abby Griffin is a medical expert who was spared from execution but removed from the council.
What is the significance of the flares seen from Earth?
The flares indicate that there are survivors on Earth, including the children of The Ark's inhabitants.
Who established contact with The Ark from Earth?
Raven Reyes established contact, revealing that the 100 are alive on Earth.
What medical emergency does Clarke face?
Clarke deals with Finn's stab wound, which is later discovered to be poisoned.
Who is the Grounder and what happens to him?
The Grounder is a native Earth inhabitant captured by the 100 for interrogation about the attacks on them.
How is Finn's life saved?
Finn's life is saved by finding an antidote for the poison from the Grounder's belongings.
What is Clarke's conflict with her mother about?
Clarke resents her mother for her role in her father's death and the lies surrounding it.
What is Project Exodus on The Ark?
Project Exodus is The Ark's plan to return to Earth, but faces the challenge of limited space for all inhabitants.
What role does Diana Sydney assume?
Diana Sydney is sworn in as a councilor, adding to the political dynamics on The Ark.
What are the main themes of this episode?
Survival, sacrifice, moral dilemmas, and leadership challenges are the main themes.