Bart Gets an F

Season 2, Episode 1, Aired
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Due to his constant underachieving in school, Bart is faced with the possibility of flunking the 4th grade.
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  • Highest rated episode of the Simpsons.

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    By FilmFanatic, Jan 23, 2012 Report Abuse
    Due to the success of the first season of The Simpsons, the Fox Network decided to switch the show's time slot to Thursday at 8:00 p.m. where it would air opposite of NBC's The Cosby Show, the number one show at the time. This episode ratings were 18.5 million viewers making it the highest rated episode of the simpsons and placing the Cosby show in second place.

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  • A perfect Season 2 premiere.

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    By jmbsonic555, Oct 17, 2011 Report Abuse
    The episode begins in Mrs. Krabappel's class where Martin Prince is giving a book report. When he finishes, Bart goes next. During his book report on Treasure Island it is very clear to everyone that Bart did not read the book. Mrs. Krabappel keeps Bart after class. She is concerned of his steadily falling grades and reminds him about the major history test the next day. After school Bart goes to the arcade and tells himself that he'll hit the books later. At home while the kids watch Itchy and Scratchy, (titled: Let Them Eat Scratchy), Marge tells everyone dinner is ready and Bart tells himself that as soon as dinner is done he'll start studying. At dinner Lisa announces that she got an A on her vocabulary test, Homer takes the test and puts it on the fridge, along with all her other successes. In the process, he also covers up Bart's only paper on the fridge, much to Bart's dismay. Just as Bart heads off to study Homer yanks him into the living room to watch TV with him. Bart doesn't complain, and when the show is finally over, Bart goes to his room to study. As Bart attempts to study he quickly falls asleep. The next morning on the bus to school Bart tries to get some answers for the test from Sherri and Terri. They purposely give Bart the wrong answers but Martin notices and informs Bart of what the girls did. In the classroom just before the test, and knowing that he won't pass, Bart faints and acts as if he has a stomach ache. He is promptly sent home from school. Later after school, Lisa informs Bart that she knows he is faking it, and that sooner or later he'll have to take the test. Bart calls Milhouse and quizzes him for the answers he used on the test. The next day at school a confident Bart takes the test using Milhouse's answers. Mrs. Krabappel grades the test in front of him and hands him back an F stating that he did even worse than Milhouse. After school under Mrs. Krabappel's recommendation Homer and Marge visit with the school psychiatrist Dr. Pryor to discuss the reasoning behind Bart's declining grades. Dr. Pryor suggests that Bart be held back to the 4th grade again, at hearing this Bart tells everyone he will do better and he promises to pass the 4th grade.

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  • The second season begins with Bart in danger of having to repeat the fourth grade due to his terrible grades. An upcoming history test will determine his fate. Bart swears he will try his damndest to pass, but will he?moreless

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    By meathead704, Sep 19, 2010 Report Abuse
    It was pretty obvious from the beginning that Bart would somehow or another pass the test. What I did like is exactly how he passed it. It kept the episode from being too predictable. As is usually the case there are plenty of laughs in the form of razor sharp dailogue and clever sight gags. Seeing Bart's attempts to get out of the test are another reason to catch this episode. Bart comes to realize the power of prayer in this episode as well. "The Simpsons" managed to get its second season started off on the right foot. Good episode.moreless

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  • Bart Gets an F: Bart gets an F and is worried he will stay in the 4th Grade. Although he tries he finds it increasingly hard to revise for the test.moreless

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    By Sabrespongebob, Jul 21, 2010 Report Abuse
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    The first episode of season 2 is very well written. The plot is very simple but flows brilliantly. It is not only funny but it is also heart warming and sweet you have to feel for Bart when he is crying because he tried his best in the test. I also liked that unlike Bart he actually studied hard when everyone was having fun. I also like how at the end Bart get's excited when he get a D- it is very sweet and funny. Score for Bart Get an F: B, 3.5/5, 7.5/10, Greatmoreless

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  • a f that was turned to a d minus

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    By cube2k8, May 04, 2010 Report Abuse
    bart is realizes he is failing really bad and the teacher says if you dont get a passing grade you will flunk the 4th grade. thing is the bart did not study for the test for history so he preys he wont have to go to school and it snows alot he wants to go out side and play in the snow but lisa heard him preying last night . and stops him and reminds him that it was a mericale that you goe second chance he fails the test anyway and is cring and then quotes things from history and gets a d miniusmoreless

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    • Although he is supposed to be in jail for framing Krusty the Clown in "Krusty Gets Busted", Sideshow Bob can be seen singing amid the townspeople. Edit
    • In this episode, Dr. Pryor states that Bart is an under-achiever but seems to be proud of it. This slogan ("Under-achiever And Proud Of It") appeared with Bart's image on t-shirts and became quite popular in the early 90's, despite objections from educators who felt the sentiment was a bad influence on children. Edit
    • Two kids build an ice sculpture of Jebediah Springfield standing between two bears. Edit

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    • This was the highest rated single episode of the entire series run. 33 million viewers tuned in to this episode on Thursday October 11, 1990. Edit
    • Itchy & Scratchy: Titled Let Them Eat Scratchy. Brandishing a rapier, Scratchy chases after Itchy. Itchy traps Scratchy in a guillotine and chops off his head. He inserts a stick of dynamite into the mouth of Scratchy's severed head. The dynamite explodes, leaving only Scratchy's skull. Edit
    • This marks the first episode to air after the move to Thursday at 8PM. This episode was the highest rated episode of the season. Edit

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    • Bart: (prays) Well, old-timer, I guess this is the end of the road. I know I haven't always been a good kid, but if I have to go to school tomorrow, I'll fail the test and be held back. I just need one more day to study, Lord. I need your help. Lisa: (spying on Bart) Prayer. The last refuge of a scoundrel. Bart: A teachers' strike, a power failure, a blizzard. Anything that'll cancel school tomorrow. I know it's asking a lot, but if anyone can do it, You can. Thanking You in advance, Your pal, Bart Simpson. Edit
    • Martin: Who would have thought that pushing a boy into the girls' lavatory could be such a thrill? The screams! The humiliation! The fact that it wasn't me! I've never felt so alive. Edit
    • Mrs. Krabappel: But look at these results: fifty-five, forty-two, twenty-six. A twelve on state capitals? Bart: Okay, okay! Why are we dancing around the obvious? I know it, you know it! I am dumb, okay? Dumb as a post. Think I'm happy about it? Edit

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    • Marie Antoinette The title of the French-Revolution era Itchy and Scratchy cartoon, "Let Them Eat Scratchy," is a parody of the line attributed to Queen Marie Antoinette, who when told that the peasants had no bread to eat, supposedly replied "Let them eat cake." Edit
    • Historic Fictional Pirates The pirates referenced by Bart's brain while giving his book report in class are as follows: Long John Silver from Treasure Island, Captain Hook from Peter Pan, Captain Nemo from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Peg-Leg Pete from the 1940's Mickey Mouse shorts, and Bluebeard from Bluebeard. Edit
    • Lisa: Prayer. The last refuge of a scoundrel. This is a parody of the quote, "Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel," from famous English author Samuel Johnson. Edit

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