In the short story "the celebrated jumping frog of calaveras county" tells the story about a jim smiley because
he thinks it's entertaining
he wants to surprise he audience
he could not think of any other story to tell
he thinks he will become popular

Which phrase most closely matches the meaning of the word pleasantries in this excerpt from susan glaspell's trifles? county attorney: (as one turning from serious things to little pleasantries) well ladies, have you decided whether she was going to quilt it or knot it? a. tea cakes b. trivial talk c. foolish actions d. childish behavior