Self Check Quiz
1. How long are terms for United States Senators?
a. 2 years
b. 4 years
c. 6 years
d. 8 years
2. What happens to a bill that is not brought to a vote in Congress?
a. The bill automatically becomes a law if not voted upon within 90 days of being brought to the floor.
b. The bill dies and does not become law.
c. The bill is sent to the President for approval.
d. The bill is put to a direct vote by the American people as a referendum.
3. How are qualifications for a U.S. Senator different from those for a U.S. House of Representatives Member?
a. Senate candidacy has a higher age and length of citizenship requirement than the U.S. House of Representatives.
b. Senate candidacy has a lower age and length of citizenship requirement than the U.S. House of Representatives.
c. Candidacy for the House of Representatives has a lower age requirement and a longer citizenship requirement than the Senate.
d. The requirements are the same.
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