Employed as a humble secretary (well, maybe not so humble, humility never being my strong suit)I often declared to my husband when applying for a government position (and I held positions over the years at the county, state, and federal levels)that if us mere mortals were required to pass tests to be in the running for any of these positions to prove intelligence and expertise, why were politicians NEVER required to take and pass a general intelligence test to prove they could function in the position they sought. I still say all politicians should be given a basic intelligence test prior to seeking a position (and it would have to be a random test to prevent cheating). If a general intelligence test was given to our present Congress/Senate members, with the view that if they failed they would be relieved of duty, I shudder to think how many would either flunk or come near to it.
The first question should be to name all 57 states.