Monk season 7 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Marissa Kessler?
Marissa Kessler was the Lotto girl who was murdered after announcing lottery numbers on TV.
How was Marissa Kessler killed?
She was stabbed multiple times with a pair of scissors.
What significant clues were found at Marissa's crime scene?
Mud on her shoes and paint on her fingertips were key clues.
Who are Adrian Monk and Natalie Teeger?
They are detectives investigating Marissa's murder.
Why was the murder considered targeted?
The use of scissors and multiple stab wounds indicated a specific intent to kill Marissa.
What role does Natalie Teeger take on temporarily?
She temporarily replaces Marissa as the Lotto girl.
How does Natalie's first experience as a Lotto girl go?
She is nervous and improvises during the show, leading to mixed reactions.
What happens to Malcolm O'Dwyer?
He is found dead in an apparent suicide, which Monk later deduces was staged.
How does Natalie's new job affect her relationship with Monk?
It causes tension and a temporary rift between them.
What was the main motive behind Marissa's murder?
It was related to a scheme to rig the lottery results.
Who were involved in the lottery rigging?
Billy, a crew member, and Eugene Maddox were involved.
How was the lottery rigged?
The lottery machine was manipulated with an electromagnet to select specific numbers.
What reconciles Monk and Natalie's relationship?
Their realization of the importance of their partnership and working together to solve the case.
What was the outcome of the investigation?
The culprits behind the lottery fraud and Marissa's murder were apprehended.
How does the episode conclude?
Monk and Natalie reaffirm their friendship and continue their professional partnership.