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The Big Bang Theory season 6 episode 17

The Monster Isolation

 
After a bad date, Koothrappali decides to never leave his apartment; Penny's acting skills impress Sheldon.
 
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The Big Bang Theory / S06E17 : The Monster Isolation
Season 6, Episode 17 | Aired on February 21, 2013 | TV-14 | 25 min. | CBS
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The Big Bang Theory season 6 episode 17 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Raj, feeling humiliated after a date escapes through a bathroom window, declares he'll stay indoors forever, ordering necessities online. Sheldon, struggling with his "Fun with Flags" presentation, receives acting tips from Penny. He reluctantly agrees to attend her play. Meanwhile, Raj decides to become a monk, renouncing women. But when the woman returns, apologizing for her social anxiety, they bond over shared issues and plan a date. Penny's performance in a play impresses Sheldon and Amy, highlighting her acting talent.

Full Episode S06E17 Recap

### Opening Scene: Comic Book Store Party - **Location**: Comic book store. - **Characters**: The group. - Sheldon's inspirational speech about being a community. - Raj asks a woman for coffee; she agrees. ### Raj's Love for Astronomy - **Location**: Raj's presentation. - **Characters**: Raj, a woman. - Raj talks about his passion for astronomy. - The woman excuses herself to go to the bathroom. ### Sheldon's Flag Show - **Location**: Sheldon's apartment. - **Characters**: Sheldon, Penny. - Sheldon films "Fun with Flags," but struggles with his presentation style. - Penny offers advice on acting and body language. ### Raj's Downfall - **Location**: Raj's apartment. - **Characters**: Raj, Howard, Bernadette. - Raj is distraught after being stood up. - He declares his plan to stay inside forever, relying on online shopping. ### Sheldon and Amy Discuss Acting - **Location**: Amy's lab. - **Characters**: Sheldon, Amy. - Sheldon shares his experience with Penny's acting advice. - Amy encourages Sheldon to reciprocate Penny's kindness. ### Inviting Sheldon to the Play - **Location**: Hallway / Penny's apartment. - **Characters**: Sheldon, Penny. - Sheldon awkwardly agrees to attend Penny's play. - Penny insists Sheldon should want to attend, not feel obligated. ### Raj's Declaration of Celibacy - **Location**: Raj's apartment. - **Characters**: Raj, Howard. - Raj decides to become a monk, renouncing women. - Howard tries to convince Raj to reconsider. ### A Change of Heart - **Location**: Outside Raj's apartment. - **Characters**: Raj, the woman from the coffee shop. - The woman apologizes to Raj and explains her social anxiety. - They discover they both have similar issues and agree to a date. ### Penny's Performance - **Location**: Theater. - **Characters**: Sheldon, Amy, Penny (on stage). - Penny performs in "A Streetcar Named Desire." - Sheldon and Amy are impressed by her acting skills. ### Closing Scene: Raj's Triumph - **Location**: Outside Raj's apartment. - **Characters**: Raj. - Raj celebrates his successful interaction with the woman. - He realizes his approach worked.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sheldon talk about in his "Fun with Flags" show?

Sheldon discusses flags and receives acting and body language advice from Penny.

Why is Raj upset in his apartment?

Raj is upset because a woman he asked out snuck out of a coffee shop bathroom window to avoid him.

How does Raj plan to live after his bad date?

Raj plans to stay in his apartment indefinitely, relying on online shopping for his needs.

What play does Penny perform in?

Penny performs in "A Streetcar Named Desire."

How does Sheldon react to being invited to Penny's play?

Initially, Sheldon agrees to attend Penny's play out of obligation, but later attends because Penny insists he should want to go.

Why does Raj declare he wants to be a monk?

Raj wants to become a monk to renounce all worldly pleasures, including women, after his bad dating experience.

What changes Raj's mind about dating?

Raj changes his mind about dating when the woman he met apologizes for her behavior and they discover their shared social anxieties.

How does Amy describe her nicotine addiction study?

Amy describes her nicotine addiction study as frustrating, especially with the intense behavior of the monkeys reduced to one cigarette a day.

What advice does Penny give Sheldon about his show?

Penny advises Sheldon to improve his body language and be more natural and relaxed in front of the camera.

What is Sheldon's initial reaction to acting in his show?

Sheldon is initially robotic and stiff in his presentation but improves with Penny's advice.

How does Raj describe his passion for astronomy?

Raj enthusiastically talks about his love for astronomy and how it led him to become an astrophysicist.

What does the woman who stood Raj up say about her behavior?

The woman apologizes and explains she has a hard time around people she doesn't know, which is why she ran away.

What is Raj's response to the woman's explanation?

Raj is understanding and reveals his own social anxieties, leading them to agree on a date.

How do Sheldon and Amy react to Penny's acting performance?

Sheldon and Amy are impressed by Penny's remarkable performance in the play.

What is the main theme of Sheldon's speech at the comic book store?

The main theme of Sheldon's speech is the importance of community and not defining self-worth by relationship status.

 
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