Cambridge International A Level · Law (9084)

Nature of a contract: Practice Questions

2 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 4 written questions with worked solutions. All on Nature of a contract.

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Question 1

1 mark

In the Law of Contract, which of the following is generally considered an invitation to treat rather than a formal offer?

Question 2

1 mark

Which of the following statements best describes the effect of the doctrine of promissory estoppel as established in Central London Property Trust Ltd v High Trees House Ltd (1947)?

Question 3

2 marks

Define the term consideration in contract law and state the general rule regarding its sufficiency versus its adequacy.

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Question 4

6 marks

Analyze the requirements for a successful defense of promissory estoppel when a party attempts to enforce a promise made without fresh consideration.

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Question 5

4 marks

(a) Distinguish between an offer and an invitation to treat in the context of contract formation.
(b) Using relevant case law such as Fisher v Bell or Partridge v Crittenden, explain how the courts typically categorize the display of goods in a shop window and the advertisement of goods in a newspaper.

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Question 6

6 marks

Analyze the legal capacity of a minor to enter into a contract. In your answer, you should:
(a) Explain the requirements for a contract for necessaries and a beneficial contract of service to be binding on a minor.
(b) Discuss the remedies available under Section 3 of the Minors' Contracts Act 1987 where a contract with a minor is found to be unenforceable.

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