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Fed Office Holders
Federal Offfice Holders Review - Blessing Resource 7th Grade
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Number of Representatives | At least one per state; based on population |
| Number of Senators | Two per state |
| Number of Presidents and Vice-Presidents | One each |
| Number of Supreme Court Justices | Nine |
| Representative Term | Two-years |
| Senator Term | Six-years |
| President and Vice-President Term | Four-years |
| Supreme Court Justice Term | Life |
| Selection of Representatives | Elected by voters of congressional district |
| Selection of Senators - Original constitution | Elected by state legislature |
| Selection of Senators - Amendment 17 | Elected by voters of a state |
| Selection of President and Vice President | Elected by electoral college |
| Selection of Supreme Court Justice | Appointed by President, approved by senate |
| Requirements to be a Representative | Age 25 or over, Citizen for 7 years, Resident of state in which elected |
| Requirements to be a Senator | Age 30 or over, Citizen for 9 years, Resident of state in which elected |
| Requirements to be President or Vice President | Age 35 or over, Natural-born citizen, Resident of the United States for 14 years |
| Requirements to be a Supreme Court Justice | No requirements in Constitution |