Doctor Who season 5 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In 1580 Venice, the Doctor, Amy, and Rory uncover a dark scheme at a prestigious school run by Signora Calvierri. Girls, including a boat-builder's daughter, are transformed into creatures as part of Calvierri's plan to sink Venice and create a new home for her species. Amy infiltrates the school, revealing its horrors. The trio thwarts the plan, saving Venice. The episode closes with Amy and Rory choosing to continue their travels with the Doctor, while a new, dream-based challenge looms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What concern does the boat-builder have for his daughter, Isabella?
He worries about her future as a boat-builder's daughter and sees the school as her only chance for betterment.
Who is Signora Calvierri?
Signora Calvierri runs the school and is involved in a sinister plan concerning the students.
What unique wedding present does the Doctor offer Rory and his fiancee?
A trip anywhere in time and space.
Where do the Doctor, Amy, and Rory travel to in 1580?
Venice, also known as Venezia or La Serenissima.
Why is Venice under quarantine?
Due to a plague, imposed by Signora Calvierri.
What transformation occurs at the Calvierri school?
Girls are transformed into creatures as part of a dark and mysterious process.
What is Signora Calvierri's larger plan?
To sink Venice and repopulate it with her species.
How does Amy infiltrate the Calvierri school?
By pretending to be an applicant for the school.
What discovery does Amy make at the school?
She uncovers the horrifying truth about the transformation process of the girls.
How do Amy, the Doctor, and Rory escape the school?
Through a daring plan involving deception and confrontation with Rosanna.
What decision do Amy and Rory make after their adventure in Venice?
They decide to continue traveling with the Doctor.
What new challenge is hinted at the end of the episode?
A mysterious challenge involving dreams and reality, introduced by a character called the Dream Lord.
