The office of U. S. vice president is the only one in the federal
government that straddles two of
the three branches of government:
the legislative and the executive.
Traditionally, however, vice
presidents have chosen to focus on
either the legislative or the
executive duties, not both.
Which two words from the paragraph help
explain what "straddles" means?

Why does the host answer the guest with brief responses during the party?

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.

Read the sentence. thomas jefferson himself worked on a draft of the document. what kind of pronoun is himself?