The Big Bang Theory season 2 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The group plays Klingon Boggle, leading to a humorous mix-up over a Yiddish word. Penny disrupts Sheldon's strict routine, touching his food and disrupting laundry night, which escalates into a petty war of pranks and punishments. Sheldon's mother intervenes, leading to Penny's reluctant apology. Meanwhile, Howard and Raj obsess over finding th

Full Episode S02E07 Recap

### Scene: Playing Klingon Boggle - The group, including Sheldon, Leonard, and Howard, plays Klingon Boggle. - They discuss the word "kreplach," leading to a humorous mix-up between Yiddish and Klingon. ### Scene: Interruption by Tyra Banks Show - The TV stops working, leading to a switch to America's Next Top Model. - The group makes playful remarks about the models, hinting at Howard's future wife jokes. ### Scene: Sheldon's Food Touched - Penny touches Sheldon's food, causing a conflict due to his strict rules. - Sheldon assigns Penny a "strike" for this action, explaining his unique strike system. ### Scene: Sheldon and Penny's Escalating Conflict - Sheldon and Penny's conflict escalates over rules and boundaries. - Penny refuses to apologize for touching Sheldon's food, leading to a standoff. ### Scene: The Search for the Top Model House - Howard and Raj fantasize about finding the house from America's Next Top Model. - Sheldon remains oblivious to the social nuances of the situation. ### Scene: Penny Banished from Cheesecake Factory - Sheldon's strict rules lead to Penny being jokingly "banished" from the Cheesecake Factory. ### Scene: Sheldon's WiFi Retaliation - Sheldon cuts off Penny's WiFi access as part of their ongoing conflict. - Penny retaliates by disrupting Sheldon's laundry night routine. ### Scene: The Laundry Conflict Intensifies - Sheldon responds to Penny's laundry night disruption by hanging her clothes on a telephone wire. - Leonard tries to mediate but fails to resolve the conflict. ### Scene: The Resolution - Penny is forced to apologize to Sheldon after he receives a call from his mother. - Sheldon accepts the apology, resolving their conflict and reinstating the status quo. ### Scene: The Top Model House Infiltration - Howard and Raj, using dubious methods, locate the Top Model house. - They arrive pretending to be cable guys, only to be awestruck by the models' presence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What game are the characters playing at the beginning?

They are playing Klingon Boggle.

What unusual word causes confusion during their game?

"Kreplach," which is mistaken for a Klingon word but is actually Yiddish.

Why do they switch to watching America's Next Top Model?

The TV stops working properly, leading them to switch to the model show.

What rule of Sheldon's does Penny break?

She touches Sheldon's food, which is against his rules.

How does Sheldon punish Penny for breaking his rule?

He assigns her a "strike" as part of his unique strike system.

What fantasy do Howard and Raj have?

They fantasize about finding and visiting the house from America's Next Top Model.

How does Sheldon retaliate when Penny disrupts his laundry night?

He hangs her clothes on a telephone wire.

How is the conflict between Sheldon and Penny resolved?

Penny apologizes to Sheldon after he talks to his mother.

What method do Howard and Raj use to find the Top Model house?

They use internet resources, including Google Earth and military satellites.

What disguise do Howard and Raj use at the Top Model house?

They pretend to be cable guys.

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