U.S. Political Office Requirements

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Age requirement to run for the U.S. House of Representatives

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25

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Number of years needed to live in the United States to run for Senate

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9

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Which of the following is not a requirement to be the US President?
born in the United States,
at least 35 years of age,
be a permanent resident for the last 14 years

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have a clean criminal history

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Candidates must compete for their party's nomination in a

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primary election

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In a closed primary, independent are allowed to vote.

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False

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Candidates for public office try to reach voters in various ways during both primaries and the general election. Which of the following is not one of the major ways? Party platforms, debates, political advertising

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blanket primary

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How many full terms may a president serve?

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2

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Which two states hold elections almost entirely by mail? Oregon & Utah, Florida & Maine, New York & New Jersey, California & Rhode Island

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Oregon & Utah

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What is the most common way for a person running for office to become a declared candidate in a primary?

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self-announcement

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What year was the first televised debate?

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1960