Composition of Congress (AQA A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?
What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the House of Representatives?
25 years old
How many years of US citizenship are required to serve in the Senate?
How many years of US citizenship are required to serve in the Senate?
9 years
How has Congress been described due to its demographics?
How has Congress been described due to its demographics?
Pale, male and stale
Which group is the most underrepresented in Congress compared to the US population?
Which group is the most underrepresented in Congress compared to the US population?
Non-religious people
What percentage of the US population do Hispanic Americans represent?
What percentage of the US population do Hispanic Americans represent?
18%
Which congresswoman is NOT a member of 'The Squad'?
Which congresswoman is NOT a member of 'The Squad'?
Kyrsten Sinema
What historic first did Senator Tammy Duckworth achieve in 2018?
What historic first did Senator Tammy Duckworth achieve in 2018?
First senator to have a baby in office
How long is a term of office for House of Representatives members?
How long is a term of office for House of Representatives members?
2 years
What did George Washington describe the Senate as, compared to the House?
What did George Washington describe the Senate as, compared to the House?
A cooling saucer
Which two independent senators caucus with the Democratic Party?
Which two independent senators caucus with the Democratic Party?
Sanders & King