Which steps are best to infer theme? Choose two correct answers.

Locate facts in an encyclopedia.
Identify details about characters.
Research the author’s life.
Decide which character is your Favorite.
Combine details with your background knowledge.

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