Involuntary Causes and Fortuitous Events Quiz
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What is a fortuitous event according to the text?

  • An event that could not be foreseen or, if foreseen, was inevitable (correct)
  • An event that is the sole cause of breach of obligation
  • An event that is the proximate cause of breach of obligation
  • An event caused by the negligence of the debtor

    • What is required for an obligor to be exempt from liability for breach of obligation due to a fortuitous event?

  • The obligor must participate in the aggravation of the injury
  • The event must be the proximate cause of the breach of obligation
  • The obligor must be guilty of negligence or misconduct
  • The event must be of such character as to render it impossible for the obligor to fulfill his obligation in a normal manner (correct)

    • Under what conditions is a person responsible for a fortuitous event?

  • When the obligor is in default
  • When the event is ordinary and usually happens
  • When the obligor is free from any participation in the aggravation of the injury
  • When the nature of the obligation requires the assumption of risk (correct)

    • In what situations can a person be liable for a fortuitous event?

    <p>When liability is expressly specified by law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general rule regarding liability for fortuitous events?

    <p>No person shall be liable for fortuitous events</p> Signup and view all the answers

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