Quiz Study Guide 2/20/25

What is the minimum age required to serve as a U.S. Representative?

• 21

• 25

• 30

• 35

What is the minimum age required to serve as a U.S. Senator?

• 25

• 30

• 35

• 40

How many years must a person have been a U.S. citizen before running for the House of Representatives?

• 5 years

• 7 years

• 9 years

• 10 years

How long must a person have been a U.S. citizen before running for the U.S. Senate?

• 5 years

• 7 years

• 9 years

• 10 years

Where must a candidate for Congress live?

• In any state

• In the state they represent

• In the state and district they represent

• Anywhere in the U.S. as long as they have lived there for at least 5 years

How often are House of Representatives elections held?

• Every 2 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 8 years

How often are Senate elections held for each seat?

• Every 2 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 8 years

The Founders gave House members a shorter term in office (2 years) to:

• Make them more accountable to the people

• Reduce government power

• Increase political experience

• Strengthen the presidency

Senators serve longer terms (6 years) to:

• Ensure stability and experience in government

• Allow for frequent elections

• Prevent them from being too powerful

• Limit government spending

How many total members serve in the U.S. Senate?

• 100

• 150

• 435

• 200