When we say that "words are arbitrary," we mean that words have a meaning in and of themselves, a meaning that is the same for everyone using that language.
select one: a. trueb. false

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