: Tony cycles through the titular emotional stages, initially insisting Jackie will "scare that cancer away" ( Denial ), lashing out at Dr. Melfi when she suggests a grim prognosis ( Anger ), and finally acknowledging the inevitability of Jackie’s death ( Acceptance ).
: Against Hesh’s advice, Tony intervenes in a dispute for Shlomo Teittleman, whose son-in-law refuses to grant his daughter a religious divorce ("get"). Tony and his crew use intimidation to secure the divorce in exchange for a stake in a motel. Episode 3: Denial, Anger, Acceptance
: Carmela hosts a fundraiser catered by the Buccos. She offends Charmaine Bucco by treating her like a servant, prompting Charmaine to reveal she once slept with Tony. Meanwhile, Meadow buys speed from Christopher to help study for her SATs. Thematic Elements : Tony cycles through the titular emotional stages,