Contracts Overview Quiz

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What was the main issue in the Sidway case?

Whether the promise should have been written down.
Whether the uncle's promise was a gratuitous promise. (correct)
Whether the nephew fulfilled the conditions of the promise.
Whether there was a valid contract due to mutual consideration. (correct)

What defines consideration in a legal context according to Sidway?

A formal written contract signed by both parties.
A forbearance of a legal right or a benefit to one party. (correct)
A mutual exchange of gifts between parties.
A requirement for promises to be enforceable.

In the Sidway case, why was the nephew's request for $5,000 upheld?

He established a legally binding contract through forbearance. (correct)
He made a financial investment that warranted repayment.
The contract was recorded in a legal document.
The uncle verbally agreed multiple times to the payment.

What characterizes a gratuitous promise?

It lacks consideration and is therefore unenforceable. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the legal issue in the Langer v. Superior Steel Corp case?

Whether Langer provided consideration for his benefits. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an offeree's power of acceptance when a counter-offer is made?

It is terminated. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How long can an offer by a merchant to buy or sell goods traditionally remain open under UCC 2-205?

Three months maximum. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under which condition can an offer be kept open without revocation according to Option Contracts?

True consideration or nominal consideration with writing. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the death or incapacity of either the offeror or offeree have on the acceptance of an offer?

It revokes the offer immediately. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a counter-offer in relation to the original offer?

It proposes a different bargain from the original offer. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What terminates an offeree's power of acceptance according to Restatement § 42?

When the offeree receives a clear intention from the offeror not to enter the contract (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under Restatement § 43, what constitutes indirect communication of revocation?

The offeree receiving reliable information regarding the offeror's change of intention (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to Restatement § 38, how does an offeree's rejection affect their power of acceptance?

It immediately terminates the power of acceptance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Restatement § 40 state about the timing of a rejection or counter-offer communicated through mail?

It does not terminate the power of acceptance until received by the offeror (A) Signup and view all the answers

When does an offeree's power of acceptance lapse according to Restatement § 41?

At any point as deemed reasonable based on industry standards (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary legal reasoning in the case of Langer?

Langer refrained from seeking alternative employment. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the case of RE Greene, what was deemed insufficient as consideration?

$1 and 'other good and valuable consideration'. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the key issue in the case of Levine v. Blumenthal?

Whether the rent modification constituted valid consideration. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does nominal consideration imply in a contract?

It does not equate to valid consideration. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the decision in Levine v. Blumenthal, what must a subsequent agreement have to impose a legal obligation?

New and independent consideration. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the case RE Greene regarding the bankrupt's promises?

The bankrupt's promises were favored. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the Langer case, what specific action did Langer take that constituted consideration?

Refraining from sharing knowledge with others. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the court's interpretation of the defendants' rent payments in Levine v. Blumenthal?

They constituted a fulfillment of the original contract. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main issue in the Domenico case?

Whether the contract had sufficient consideration (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the holding of the court in the Domenico case?

Favored the defendant (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of contractual agreements, what is the essence of Promissory Estoppel according to the Restatement § 90?

It can be invoked when no contract exists (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under UCC 2-306, what is necessary for a seller's output and buyer's requirements to be enforceable?

They must occur in good faith (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the promises made by the fishermen in the Domenico case?

They were deemed as extortion due to prior contracts (C) Signup and view all the answers

What legal principle allows a promise to be binding without a formal contract if it induces a party to act?

Promissory Estoppel (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must a seller demonstrate under UCC 2-306(2) when pursuing an agreement?

Best efforts in supplying goods (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the APA respond to the fishermen's demands for payment?

By asserting the agreement's invalidity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main issue regarding the advertisement for the Lapin fur?

Whether the advertisement constituted an offer. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the holding of the case regarding the Lapin fur?

The claim for the Lapin was allowed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the case of Consolidated Freightways Corp. of Delaware v. Williams, what was the nature of the offer made?

A reward for information about a dishonorable act. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why was Williams eligible to receive the reward?

He provided information as requested in the offer. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What key legal reasoning supported the decision for Williams' eligibility for the reward?

The advertisement specified no restrictions on eligible employees. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the instruction to 'contact your supervisor' imply in the context of the offer?

All employees, including supervisors, could claim the reward. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the offer made regarding the Lapin fur was notable in terms of negotiation?

It was clear, definite, and explicit. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary concern regarding the value of the fur coat in the case?

The coat's value was considered speculative. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Gratuitous Promise

A promise made without expecting anything in return (like a gift).

Consideration (contracts)

Something of value exchanged by parties to a contract.