True

Question

False
The 17th
Amendment established the direct election of senators.
Representatives and Senators both must be 30 years or older.
Lobbyists provide valuable expertise and advocate for various interests.
Representatives and Senators both serve 6 year terms.

Answer 1

Let's go through each statement one by one:

1. The 17th Amendment established the direct election of senators.
   True. The 17th Amendment, ratified in 1913, provides for the direct election of U.S. Senators by the people rather than being chosen by state legislatures.

2. Representatives and Senators both must be 30 years or older.
   False. Senators must be at least 30 years old, but Representatives must be at least 25 years old.

3. Lobbyists provide valuable expertise and advocate for various interests.
   True. Lobbyists often represent specific interest groups and provide information and advocacy to help influence legislation and policy.

4. Representatives and Senators both serve 6-year terms.
   False. Senators serve 6-year terms, while Representatives serve 2-year terms.

So, to summarize the answers:

1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False