[For a few seconds he's contemplating, having absently started to smooth down Torchic's back feathers. Which seems to leave the bird contented to just sit still for the moment.]

... There are different kinds. The most basic are Genjutsu, Ninjutsu and Taijutsu. Genjutsu are illusionary techniques that distort an opponent's senses or chakra. Ninjutsu are offensive techniques that rely on chakra, like breathing fire or manipulating the earth. Taijutsu is related to physical combat and, on some levels, weapons usage. [Just the basics wouldn't give too much away, and maybe she was just a civilian who really didn't know about any of this.]