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| List the qualifications for election in the House of Representatives. | must be at least 25; citizens of the U.S. for at least 7 year; and legal residents of the state |
| What is the process called for setting up new congressional districts after reapportionment? | redistricting |
| What term describes people that are represented by members of Congress? | constituents |
| Who is the presiding officer of the House of Representatives? | Speaker of the House |
| Who is the president of the Senate? | Vice-President |
| List the qualifications for election to the U.S. Senate. | must be at least 30 years old; citizens of the U.S. for 9 years before election; legal residents of the state they represent |
| How long is the term of office for a U.S. senator? | 6 year terms |
| What is the name given to a permanent committee of Congress? | standing committees |
| What is the purpose of the census? | the population of each state determines the new nominees of representative to which each is entitled |
| What term is used for elected officials who are already in office? | incumbent |
| How long is the term of office for a member in the U.S. House of Representatives? | two year terms |
| What is the primary purpose of the U.S. Congress? | make the laws |
