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2025 test · Question 25 of 128

How long is a term for a member of the House of Representatives?

American Government · System of Government

Answers from the USCIS list

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

  • Two optional: (2) years

Our explanation

A term is the length of time in office. Members of the House of Representatives are elected every two years. This short term lets voters choose again soon. Senators serve six years.

Remember it

2-4-6: House 2 years, President 4, Senate 6. The House has the shortest term.

Source

USCIS 2025 Study Guide p. 20: "Members of the House of Representatives are elected every two years."

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