Pls 107 Chapter Twelve Quiz

1. A contractual term that is ambiguous on its face is called a:

A. mutual mistake

B. latent ambiguity

C. patent ambiguity

D. hearsay

2. Voir dire is

A. the process of challenging the authentication of a document

B. an exception to the hearsay rule

C. the result of a unilateral mistake

D. none of the above

3. The effect of a mutual mistake in a contract is

A. the contract is deemed invalid

B. the contract is deemed to be ambiguous

C. the contract is nonetheless enforceable as written

D. the contract may be reformed

4. The interpretation of the terms of a contract may be resolved by

A. only a court

B. only the parties to the agreement

C. only by an arbitration

D. None of the above

5. What is the process of questioning the genuineness of a contract in a court called?

6. What is the effect of a mutual mistake in a contract?

7. When may a copy of a contract be admitted into evidence?

8. What are the two hurdles that must be met to get a written contract before the trier of fact?

EXTRA CREDIT

9. Discuss in detail the various methods that may be used to discharge a contractual obligation.

10. Discuss in detail the clauses that should appear in a valid contract.

11. Analyze the difference between a security agreement, a lease, and the sale of goods under the provision of the Uniform Commercial Code.

12 Discuss in detail all of the information you would want to get from a client before drafting an initial contract. How, and where would you acquire sample contracts to use as a draft for the client?

13. Discuss in detail the types of damages to which an injured party may be entitled in a breach of contract claim.

14. Discuss the process of having a written contract admitted into evidence.