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2008 test · Question 22 of 100

We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?

American Government · System of Government

Answers from the USCIS list

Give this answer. Words in light (parentheses) are optional.

  • two optional: (2)

Our explanation

Members of the House of Representatives are elected every two years. This short term helps them closely follow public opinion (what people think). Senators serve six years.

Remember it

House = 2 years, the shortest term. Senate = 6 years. President = 4 years.

Source

USCIS 2025 Study Guide (One Nation, One People, M-1175) p. 20: “Members of the House of Representatives are elected every two years.” Why: Study Guide p. 78 index / M-1778 Q26 answer: “To more closely follow public opinion.”

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