Qualifications for Government Positions

How old must a person be to serve as a U.S. Senator?

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 21 years old

For how many years must a U.S. Senator have been a citizen of the United States before being elected?

• 7 years

• 9 years

• 14 years

• 5 years

What is the minimum age requirement for someone to serve as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives?

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 18 years old

• 21 years old

How long must a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives have been a citizen of the United States?

• 7 years

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 9 years

Which of the following is a qualification for becoming the President of the United States?

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must have lived in the U.S. for at least 10 years

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must have previously served in a federal office