: Troy and Abed find themselves trapped inside a vending machine in the student lounge. Notable Quotes & Moments
: Widely considered the funniest moment of the episode, where Britta is physically disciplined by Nana Barnes. Community's First Real Misstep: Basic Genealogy S1E18 [S1E18] Basic Genealogy
: "You’re becoming dangerous, Annie. It’s those doe eyes." : Troy and Abed find themselves trapped inside
: 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. It’s those doe eyes
: 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.
"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