US Senate and House Basics Quiz

How many senators are there in the US Senate?

• 50

• 100

• 435

• 2

Who are Alaska's two senators?

• Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan

• Ted Stevens and Frank Murkowski

• Sarah Palin and Mike Dunleavy

• Don Young and Bill Walker

Who is Alaska's House of Representatives member?

• Nick Begich

• Lisa Murkowski

• Dan Sullivan

• Sarah Palin

What are the qualifications to run for the US Senate?

• At least 25 years old, a US citizen for 7 years, and a resident of the state

• At least 30 years old, a US citizen for 9 years, and a resident of the state

• At least 35 years old, a US citizen for 14 years, and a resident of the state

• At least 21 years old, a US citizen for 5 years, and a resident of the state

What are the qualifications to run for the House of Representatives?

• At least 25 years old, a US citizen for 7 years, and a resident of the state

• At least 30 years old, a US citizen for 9 years, and a resident of the state

• At least 35 years old, a US citizen for 14 years, and a resident of the state

• At least 21 years old, a US citizen for 5 years, and a resident of the state

What is the term of office for a US Senator?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What is the term of office for a US House of Representatives member?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

Which of the following is a requirement to run for the US Senate?

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must have served in the military

• Must have a law degree

Which of the following is a requirement to run for the US House of Representatives?

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must be at least 25 years old

• Must have served in the military

• Must have a law degree

How many years must a US Senate candidate have been a US citizen?

• 5 years

• 7 years

• 9 years

• 14 years