8a- Qualifications for Congress

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to have specific qualifications for Representatives and Senators in Congress?

• To ensure only wealthy individuals serve

• To maintain a balance of experience and representation

• To limit the number of people who can serve

• To make Congress exclusive

Multiple Select

Which of the following are qualifications to serve in the House of Representatives?

• Must be at least 25 years old

• Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years

• Must live in the state they represent

• Must have served in the military

Fill in the Blanks

To serve in the Senate, a person must be at least

years old.

Open Ended

How do the qualifications for serving in the House of Representatives differ from those for serving in the Senate?

Open Ended

Do you have any questions or would you like to know more about the qualifications for serving in Congress?