[s1e18] | Basic Genealogy

"Basic Genealogy" takes place during at Greendale Community College. The episode explores the central theme that while biological families are complicated and often obligatory, friends represent the family you choose for yourself. Key Storylines

: Troy and Abed find themselves trapped inside a vending machine in the student lounge. Notable Quotes & Moments

: Annie guilts Jeff into helping Pierce reconnect with his ex-stepdaughter, Amber (guest star Katharine McPhee). Jeff ends up sleeping with her, only to realize she is grifting Pierce for money. [S1E18] Basic Genealogy

: Britta attempts to bond with Troy's grandmother, Nana Barnes, but inadvertently offends her. In a famous scene, Nana disciplines Britta with a switch (a "whooping") while Troy watches in tears.

Drafting a text about , the 18th episode of Season 1 of the TV series Community . Episode Overview "Basic Genealogy" takes place during at Greendale Community

: "You’re becoming dangerous, Annie. It’s those doe eyes."

: Widely considered the funniest moment of the episode, where Britta is physically disciplined by Nana Barnes. Community's First Real Misstep: Basic Genealogy S1E18 Notable Quotes & Moments : Annie guilts Jeff

: Shirley jokes that her sister is jealous of her because she is "barren," showcasing her character's trademark mix of kindness and passive-aggression.