Cambridge OCR A Level · Law - H418

Discharge: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on Discharge.

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Question 1

1 mark

What is the general rule regarding discharge of a contract through performance as established in the case of Cutter v Powell (1795)?

Question 2

1 mark

When an anticipatory breach occurs, what choice does the innocent party have according to the principle in Hochster v De La Tour (1853)?

Question 3

1 mark

Following the frustration of a contract, how are financial adjustments handled under the Law Reform (Frustrated Contracts) Act 1943?

Question 4

1 mark

In contract law, which of the following best describes the doctrine of frustration?

Question 5

1 mark

Which of the following scenarios would likely allow a party to claim payment under the doctrine of substantial performance?

Question 6

2 marks

Define the doctrine of substantial performance and explain its impact on a party's obligation to pay the contract price.

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Question 7

4 marks

Explain the limits to frustration by describing how self-induced frustration and foreseeability prevent a contract from being discharged.

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Question 8

6 marks

Evaluate the financial consequences of a frustrated contract under the Law Reform (Frustrated Contracts) Act 1943, specifically regarding Section 1(2) and the court’s discretion to award expenses.

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Question 9

3 marks

A contract between a venue owner and a theatre company is rendered impossible to perform because the theatre is destroyed by an accidental fire two days before the opening night.

Part (a): Identify the legal doctrine that applies to this situation.

Part (b): Briefly explain the financial consequences for any money paid in advance, according to section 1(2) of the Law Reform (Frustrated Contracts) Act 1943.

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Question 10

4 marks

On May 1st, Arjan enters into a contract to employ Beatrice as a tour guide starting July 1st. On June 1st, Arjan tells Beatrice that he no longer requires her services and will not honor the contract.

Part (a): Explain the nature of anticipatory breach in this scenario.

Part (b): Identify and explain the two choices available to Beatrice (the innocent party) regarding when she can bring a claim for damages, as established in Hochster v De La Tour.

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