1.On behalf of Meadow's Edge Golf Course & Club, Norton signs and returns a letter from Oralee, referring to her services as a resident golf pro and their price. When Norton attempts to complete the deal, however, Oralee refuses, claiming that they have no contract. Norton claims that they do. What standard determines whether these parties have a contract?

2.On May 1, Bobbi-Ann, a real estate agent, and Corporate Properties, Inc., a commercial property owner, sign an agreement about the sale of Corporate Properties' office building. Under the terms, if a buyer makes a serious offer within sixty days, Corporate Properties must pay Bobbi-Ann's commission. Bobbi-Ann puts signs on the building, ads in real estate pamphlets and a locally focused Web site, and features the property in a "walking" tour online. On June 1, Corporate Properties tells Bobbi-Ann that it is canceling their arrangement. Ten days later, Corporate Properties closes a sale on the building without Bobbi-Ann's participation. Bobbi-Ann files a suit against Corporate Properties for the amount of her commission. In whose favor is the court likely to rule, and your reason?