Keeping in mind the author's humorous purpose, which two sentences best reflect ideas central to the meaning of the passage? nThe lawyers in the audience are in particular need of developing the craft of artful lying because of what their profession
entails
OThe idea that one can and should tell the truth all the time is not only a misguided notion, but an annoying one as well.
Since lying is an integral part of human nature, it should at least be done in a clever and crafty way rather than in a carelessS
manner.
Because modern society is gradually evolving toward more habitual truth-telling and less lying people are experiencing less
shame and embarrassment,
Lying is a childish and foolish practice, which mature people should work hard to replace with the regular practice of telling
the truth at all times.