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What is the primary goal of marriage according to the text?
Not to create obligations
How are legally binding agreements that are more than just contracts described in the text?
Agreements that create obligations but cannot be treated as mere contracts
What does sui generis mean in the context of marriage?
Unique in nature
What is the requirement of 'capacity' in a valid contract?
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Explain the concept of 'consensus' in relation to valid contracts.
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What is the exception for contracts entered into by organs of state according to the text?
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What are the six essential elements that must be present for a contract to be valid?
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Explain the concept of 'Possibility' in relation to a contract.
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What does 'Reciprocity' refer to in a contract?
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Define 'Juristic act' and its importance in a contract.
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What does it mean for a contract to be 'Consensual'?
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Explain the term 'Obligation' in the context of a contract.
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What is the nature of the right created by a contractual obligation?
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Distinguish between a civil obligation and a natural obligation.
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What are the different events that can give rise to a contractual obligation?
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Explain the content of obligation in terms of promised performance.
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What are the nature of remedies for non-performance in contractual obligations?
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In the context of contract and property law, what are examples of corporeal and incorporeal things?
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What is SA's approach to contract law?
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Who has the onus to prove the existence of a contract?
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What is the basis of a contract according to the Will theory?
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What is the effect of mistake on a contract?
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What is the cornerstone that emphasizes party autonomy in contracts?
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What principle dictates that contracts should be honored and enforced by courts?
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Explain the concept of competition of cornerstones in contract law.
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What is the significance of Standard Form Contracts (SFC) in contract law?
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Discuss the importance of good faith, equity, and public policy in contracts.
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How does the concept of freedom and sanctity of contract influence contractual relationships?
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Explain the role of CPA (Consumer Protection Act) in the context of contract law.
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What is an offer in a contract?
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What is the legal effect of an offer in a contract?
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What are the requirements for a valid offer in a contract?
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When can silence signify agreement in a contract?
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Can an offeror withdraw an offer in a contract?
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What types of offers can be made in a contract?
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What distinguishes valid contracts from void and voidable contracts?
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What is the key requirement for consensus in a contract?
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How are voidable contracts different from void contracts?
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What is the analytical tool used to establish consensus in a contract?
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What is the primary factor that determines the validity of a contract?
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When can a voidable contract be set aside by a party?
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What is the requirement for producers when providing a notice, document, or visual representation to a consumer?
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How is 'plain language' defined in the context of the Consumer Protection Act?
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In terms of the Consumer Protection Act, what must producers do if no specific form is prescribed for a notice, document, or visual representation?
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What are the key factors considered in determining if a notice, document, or visual representation is in plain language?
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What literacy and experience level is expected from an ordinary consumer for understanding plain language content?
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How does the Consumer Protection Act ensure that consumers can grasp the content of notices, documents, or visual representations?
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What is required for a contract to be formed according to the court's decision in the text?
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How can an offeror prescribe the method of acceptance in a contract?
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Under the Declaration theory of acceptance, when does a contract come into being?
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In the Expedition theory of acceptance, when does a contract come into being?
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According to the Reception theory of acceptance, when does a contract come into being?
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What is the significance of 'two minds coming together' in the context of contract formation?
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What does an advertisement constitute according to the case of Crawley v Rex?
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What does the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) prohibit in terms of marketing?
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In the case of Crawley v Rex, why did the court rule that no contract had arisen?
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What must a supplier do if they place a limit on the availability of goods according to Section 30(1) of the CPA?
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What is the significance of the impression created by a statement in contract law?
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According to the case of Crawley v Rex, why was the customer not entitled to be in the shop?
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