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What is the minimum age requirement to run for President of the United States?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become President of the United States?
What helps candidates to become known by the American people during a campaign?
Why is the requirement of being a natural-born citizen sometimes debated?
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What is the purpose of the residency requirement for presidential candidates?
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Study Notes
U.S. Presidential Requirements
- To be eligible for the U.S. Presidency, an individual must meet three constitutional requirements: natural-born citizen, 35 years old or older, and 14 years as a resident of the United States.
- A natural-born citizen is someone born in the U.S. or with a U.S. citizen parent.
- The age requirement of 35 is intended to ensure sufficient maturity and experience.
- The residency requirement aims to demonstrate familiarity with the country and its people.
- Individuals meeting these requirements can run for President by registering with a political party.
- After registering, candidates must campaign to gain recognition and support from the American people.
- Campaigns involve various activities such as meetings, rallies, advertisements, and media appearances.
- Candidates often build experience in politics through roles such as representatives, senators, or mayors.
- However, prior political experience is not mandatory to run for President.
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Test your knowledge of the constitutional requirements to run for president in the United States. This quiz covers eligibility criteria such as citizenship, age, and residency, as well as the campaigning process. See how well you understand the foundations of presidential eligibility and the electoral process!
