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What is the term length for a member of the House of Representatives?

1 year

4 years

6 years

2 years (correct)

How many total members are in the Senate?

200

435

100 (correct)

What is a requirement to serve in the Senate?

Must be at least 25 years old

Must be a resident of the U.S. for 10 years

Must be at least 30 years old (correct)

Must be a U.S. citizen for at least 5 years

What percentage of the Senate is up for reelection every two years?

<p>33.3% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?

<p>Must be a U.S. Citizen for at least 7 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Legislative Branch

Congress is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

House of Representatives

Lower House
435 members, based on population
2-year terms
All members are up for reelection in even-numbered years
No term limits

Senate

Upper House
100 members (2 per state)
6-year terms
One-third of members are up for reelection every two years
No term limits

Requirements to Serve in Congress

House of Representatives

At least 25 years old
Resident of the state they represent
U.S. citizen for at least 7 years

Senate

At least 30 years old
Resident of the state they represent
U.S. citizen for at least 9 years

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Test your knowledge on the U.S. Legislative Branch, focusing on Congress, the House of Representatives, and the Senate. This quiz covers the structure, terms, and requirements for serving in both houses of Congress. Perfect for students looking to understand the foundation of American government.