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Date:_______________

Eligibility and Requirements Chart

Objectives:
This activity will test your knowledge on various attributes of government offices in America.

Directions:
1. Fill out the table below. (Each cell is worth 1 point)
2. Answer the essay question below. (Essay is worth 24 points)

Requirement

House of
Representatives

Senators

President

Supreme Court
Justices

Total #

Age

Citizenship

Residency
requirement

Top Position

Term length

(# of years)

Why are the requirements for each position different?

Please comment on all positions and use the back or an additional sheet to respond.