Intro to 21st Century American Culture - Monday - Period 5

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When the students arrive, they see a row of tables along each side of the classroom. The row on the left has a number of telephones and the row on the right has a number of computers.

"Afternoon, everyone," Lorelai said once they'd all arrived and taken their seats. "Today we're going to learn about modern technology. Communication is a very important part of our society and, currently, the most efficient and widely used methods of communication are the telephone and the internet."

She went on to give a brief history of the telephone and the internet.

"Now, half of you can play with the phones and the other half can play with the computers. In twenty minutes, we'll switch, so everyone has a chance to try everything. Marty, Jaye and I will be around to help if you need it. And those of you who have already mastered these skills can offer help as well."



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Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I know what a car is!" Luke said, sounding pleased with himself. "But I have a feeling if I poured someone's coffee on one I might get shot."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"Well, mayb- Wait, you can get away with shooting someone for that?" asks Aeryn. "They didn't teach us that in driver's ed."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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Luke shrugged. "Don't see why not. You can get shot for a lot less back home."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I think they have laws against that sort of thing here, more or less," she says, and doesn't look or sound happy about it.

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I'm sorry to hear that," Luke said. He wasn't, but Aeryn seemed so disappointed...

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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Aeryn frowns, wondering how this must look. "I'm not one for lawlessness. Exactly the opposite, in fact. I would just feel much more comfortable with a weapon, that's all."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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Luke could completely understand wanting to have a weapon. He nodded. "Is there somewhere around here to practice with weapons?" he asked. "I haven't practiced with my blaster in a while."

The less said about his complete lack of skill with a lightsaber the better, he decided.

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"The salle is used for swordfighting, and we have a shooting range on campus that gets quite a bit of use," she says. "And if you ask nicely and possibly buy something, Blood Gulch Arms has moving targets you can practice with. We're definitely a school that can take care of itself."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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Luke smiled. "I've been learning that. Rory told me about zombies, mummies, vampires, snow monsters and Jello dragons."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"It's just a bit eccentric, really," Aeryn says unnecessarily.

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"Rory also said you and my father were on the front lines together a lot," Luke said.

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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She nods, smiling a little. "We were both on the front lines for the zombies, though we didn't really fight together. I led teams against the vampires and the mummies, and Anakin was with me both times. It was the greatest honor to fight alongside him."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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Luke beamed, obviously thrilled to hear that. "He was good, huh?"

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"Very," she says. "I spent my entire life among warriors and I would have rathered Anakin at my back any day."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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Luke bit his lip. "Do you think you could show me some of what he did?" He ran a hand through his hair. "I have a feeling I'm going to need to know how."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I'd be happy to," Aeryn says. "Is there anything specific you'd like to work on?"

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"My personal fighting style tends to be 'shoot at it, then run away,'" Luke admitted. "So some close-quarters stuff would probably be useful."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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At least he shoots first, which is more than what can be said for a lot of people. She nods. "Not a problem. When are you available?"

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I have no classes at all on Thursdays or Fridays," Luke offered.

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I've got class on Thursday," she says, and somehow manages not to grit her teeth, "but I'm free all day Friday. Pick a time, I'll be there."

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"I like mornings," Luke said, "so some time early in the gym, maybe?"

Re: Play with a Computer [9/11]

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"Perfect. I'll be there," she promises.