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1. The episode begins with a Hawkeye narrative, the opening of his letter to his father in Crabapple Cove, Maine. The first paragraph of his letter is delivered to us over first the image of Hawkeye writing and second an operating room scene. The closing line of the first paragraph reads, "I think you know by now I'm not being flip, but doing meatball surgery you either develop a thick skin or you wind up in the _____________________." Which of the following completes the quote?
2. Following the O.R. scene, we once again see Hawkeye writing his letter. He is paid a visit by Corporal Klinger, one of his earliest appearances on the show. In fact, this is the first time we see Klinger in a dress on the television show, and he starts out with a real bang. What type of dress does he have on in this scene?
3. 'Dear Dad, Again' features the one time appearance of a 'Captain Casey', played by Alex Henteloff. After Klinger and Hawkeye's conversation we see Father Mulcahy chatting with Casey. The 'Captain' reveals to Father Mulcahy that he really isn't a doctor, which is quite a surprise to the good Father. Just prior to this admission, Casey had fixed Mulcahy's....?
4. The next scene features Trapper and Hawkeye in an argument. It seems that Hawkeye is upset that about the fact that the camp seems to be in a lull, dazed and utterly oblivious. Hawkeye is so certain about this fact that he bets Trapper fifty dollars that he can pull off which of the following stunts without anyone noticing?
5. The following scene features a cute set of repartees between Colonel Blake and Radar. Radar approaches Colonel Blake with a set of papers for Henry to sign. As per usual, Radar attempts to slip these documents by Henry without letting him know of their nature. Henry eventually discovers that Radar is trying to acquire a high school diploma from the 'Triple A High School Diploma Company'. In what town does this company operate?
6. Henry administers Radar's final exam himself, after discovering that his young subordinate is pursuing his high school degree. Soon, though, Henry becomes aware that Radar is cheating...he has peeked at some of the answers. Henry, annoyed and disappointed at Radar, encourages the lad to play it straight. He give Radar a second chance by asking him the significance of two famous dates in history, 1492 and 1776. What is Radar's response to this question?
7. After Radar 'passes' his test, Henry hands him an object which Radar presumes is a gift for his great achievement. What is this 'family heirloom' that Henry 'passes on' to Radar?
8. From Henry and Radar we return to Hawkeye and Trapper, who entertain Frank with some booze. It seems Frank has just had a tiff with Margaret and is seeking solace with his Swamp mates. After becoming quite drunk, and even more annoying, Frank reveals the origin of his nickname 'Ferret Face'. Who first called him that extraordinarily fitting sobriquet?
9. Near the end of the episode, Hawkeye discovers that 'Captain Casey' is neither a Captain, nor a doctor. Rather, he is a sergeant with what surname?
10. 'No-Talent Night' at the M*A*S*H 4077th is also included at the end of this episode. One of the acts is called 'Hawkeye Pierce and His Swinging Surgeons', featuring Hawkeye on a modified blue bass, Trapper on the mandolin and Radar on the drums. Henry directs the 'band' while Margaret sings which of these tunes?
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