Ep. 25: The girls study for exams while Tomo tests Chiyo and Osaka with wordplay riddles at the shrine.
Aired on September 24, 2002
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As entrance exams approach, Tomo attempts to stump Chiyo with wordplay, but Osaka answers correctly by accident. After Osaka worries about his career, Yukari defends Chiyo’s feelings. The group studies at Chiyo’s home and visits a shrine on New Year’s Day to pray for success. Tomo receives a bad fortune, but Yukari reveals the priest’s son failed, making the predictions irrelevant. Osaka suggests a superstition involving splitting chopsticks for luck, and Chiyo provides handmade charms. During a final study session, Chiyo reflects on their rapid progress toward graduation. Sakaki and Kagura pass their exams, while Tomo and Osaka fail initially. However, they eventually succeed through another chance, leaving only Yomi to take her test.
Episodes
- Ep. 21 · The class travels to Okinawa for a field trip featuring sightseeing, diving, and a rare cat encounter.
- Ep. 22 · Girls travel to Chiyo's summer house for exams, facing car rides, study struggles, and chaotic antics.
- Ep. 23 · Osaka prepares for the bread eating contest while the class competes in various athletic events.
- Ep. 24 · Sakaki learns of Maya's loss and faces a cat ambush while caring for the kitten.
- Ep. 25 · The girls study for exams while Tomo tests Chiyo and Osaka with wordplay riddles at the shrine.
- Ep. 26 · Graduation ceremony brings tears, wallet loss, and final farewell before amusement park trip