The Golden Girls season 7 episode 16 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The Golden Girls get excited about Jeopardy auditions. Dorothy and Rose are huge fans, while Blanche sees it as a chance to meet Alex Trebek. To lift Rose's spirits, Dorothy and Sophia surprise her with a dog named Jake. Rose brings Jake to the hospital to cheer up patients, notably affecting Mrs. Hubbard. Dorothy confidently auditions for Jeopardy, but is ultimately rejected as the coordinators believe audiences won't root for her. Rose, saddened by a patient's death, agrees to let Mr. Hubbard take Jake. The episode concludes with Rose nostalgically recalling her previous dogs.

Full Episode S07E16 Recap

### The Golden Girls Audition for Jeopardy and Rose Gets a Dog - **The Living Room:** The girls excitedly discuss Jeopardy auditions in Miami. Dorothy and Rose are huge fans, while Blanche sees it as a chance to meet Alex Trebek. - Dorothy decides to audition, envisioning it as her big opportunity. - Blanche reveals her fantasy about Alex Trebek, much to the others' amusement. - **Rose's Emotional Struggles:** Dorothy and Sophia notice Rose's sadness due to her hospital volunteer work. - To cheer her up, Dorothy and Sophia surprise Rose with a dog named Jake. - Rose reminisces about her previous dog, Rusty, and his heroics. - **Rose Brings Jake to the Hospital:** Rose takes Jake to the hospital, where he brings joy to the patients. - Mr. Hubbard, a patient's husband, is particularly taken with Jake's effect on his wife, Grace. - **Jeopardy Auditions:** Dorothy and Blanche attend the Jeopardy auditions. - Dorothy answers questions confidently, while Blanche struggles. - Dorothy anxiously awaits a call from the Jeopardy team. - **The Impact of Jake:** Rose shares the positive changes Jake has brought to the hospital, highlighting Mrs. Hubbard's improvement. - Mr. Hubbard asks Rose if he can take Jake, saying it's becoming difficult for him to manage the dog. - Rose reluctantly agrees, recognizing the dog's importance to Mr. Hubbard. ### Dorothy's Dream of Jeopardy - **Dorothy's Jeopardy Dream:** Dorothy dreams she's on Jeopardy competing against Charlie and Rose. - The dream features absurd categories like "Cows" and "Babes." - Rose, as a returning champion, makes nonsensical yet somehow correct answers. - **Final Jeopardy Twist:** In the dream, the Final Jeopardy question is about Grant's Tomb, leading to a bizarre twist where Cary Grant is deemed the correct answer. - Merv Griffin appears in the dream, supporting the odd decision. - Dorothy wakes up frustrated from her dream. ### Reality of Jeopardy Auditions - **Jeopardy Simulation Game:** Dorothy participates in a simulated Jeopardy game, impressing everyone with her knowledge. - Despite her performance, Dorothy doesn't receive an invitation to the show. - The coordinator explains that they don't want someone like Dorothy, who might not be rooted for by the audience. ### Conclusion - **Dorothy's Disappointment:** Sophia tries to comfort Dorothy, but her words are a mix of praise and blunt reality checks. - **Rose's Nostalgia:** The episode ends with Rose reminiscing about her dogs, causing a patient to leave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Dorothy excited about the Jeopardy auditions?

Dorothy is a huge fan of Jeopardy and sees the auditions as her big opportunity.

What is Blanche's reason for wanting to audition for Jeopardy?

Blanche wants to meet Alex Trebek and has a fantasy about him.

How do Dorothy and Sophia try to cheer up Rose?

They surprise her with a dog named Jake.

What is the significance of Rose's previous dog, Rusty?

Rusty was a heroic dog who saved Rose's family from a house fire.

Why does Rose take Jake to the hospital?

Rose brings Jake to the hospital to cheer up the elderly patients.

What happens during Dorothy and Blanche's Jeopardy audition?

Dorothy answers questions confidently, while Blanche struggles.

How does Jake impact the patients at the hospital?

Jake brings joy and improves the spirits of the patients, especially Mrs. Hubbard.

What is the outcome of Dorothy's Jeopardy dream?

In the dream, nonsensical answers are deemed correct, and Dorothy wakes up frustrated.

Why doesn't Dorothy receive an invitation to Jeopardy?

The coordinator feels that the audience wouldn't root for someone like Dorothy.

How does Sophia try to comfort Dorothy after the Jeopardy rejection?

Sophia mixes praise with blunt reality checks about Dorothy's life.

Why does Mr. Hubbard ask Rose about taking Jake?

Mr. Hubbard finds it difficult to manage Jake and thinks he can help his wife, Grace.

What is the Final Jeopardy question in Dorothy's dream?

The question is about the American hero buried in Grant's Tomb.

What bizarre twist occurs in Dorothy's Jeopardy dream?

Cary Grant is incorrectly deemed the correct answer for Grant's Tomb.

Who appears in Dorothy's dream to support the bizarre Jeopardy decision?

Merv Griffin, the creator of Jeopardy, appears in the dream.

How does the episode end?

The episode ends with Rose reminiscing about her dogs, causing a patient to leave.

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