14 June 2021
Level 3
CONTRACT LAW
Subject Code L3-2
THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF LEGAL EXECUTIVES
UNIT 2 – CONTRACT LAW*
Time allowed: 1 hour and 30 minutes plus 15 minutes’ reading time
Instructions to Candidates
You have FIFTEEN minutes to read through this question paper before the start of
the examination.
It is strongly recommended that you use the reading time to read this
question paper fully. However, you may make notes on this question paper or in
your answer booklet during this time, if you wish.
This question paper is divided into TWO sections. You must answer ALL the
questions from Section A. There are three scenarios in Section B. You must
answer the questions relating to ONE of the scenarios from Section B ONLY.
Write in full sentences – a yes or no answer will earn no marks.
Candidates must comply with the CILEx Examination Regulations.
Full reasoning must be shown in answers. Statutory authorities, decided cases and
examples should be used where appropriate.
Information for Candidates
The mark allocation for each question and part-question is given and you are advised
to take this into account in planning your work.
Write in blue or black ink or ballpoint pen.
Attention should be paid to clear, neat handwriting and tidy alterations.
Complete all rough work in your answer booklet. Cross through any work you do not
want marked.
Do not turn over this page until instructed by the Invigilator.
* This unit is a component of the CILEx LEVEL 3 PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS and LEVEL 3 LEGAL
SERVICES KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS
Page 1 of 8
, SECTION A
(Answer ALL questions in Section A)
1. Explain the legal requirements for the formation of an enforceable contract.
(3 marks)
2. Identify the statute which creates a general exception to the rule of privity
of contract.
(1 mark)
3. Distinguish an offer from an invitation to treat.
(4 marks)
4. Distinguish a request for information from a counter-offer.
(4 marks)
5. Define ‘consideration’.
(2 marks)
6. Explain the presumption as to legal relations which applies to agreements
made in social situations.
(3 marks)
7. Explain how terms may be implied by the courts.
(4 marks)
8. Identify the type of contractual term which gives only the right to claim
damages, if breached.
(1 mark)
9. Explain what is meant by a ‘half-truth’ in misrepresentation.
(2 marks)
10. Identify three examples of ways in which a contract may be frustrated.
(3 marks)
11. Explain the purpose of damages in contract.
(3 marks)
(Total Marks for Section A: 30 marks)
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Level 3
CONTRACT LAW
Subject Code L3-2
THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF LEGAL EXECUTIVES
UNIT 2 – CONTRACT LAW*
Time allowed: 1 hour and 30 minutes plus 15 minutes’ reading time
Instructions to Candidates
You have FIFTEEN minutes to read through this question paper before the start of
the examination.
It is strongly recommended that you use the reading time to read this
question paper fully. However, you may make notes on this question paper or in
your answer booklet during this time, if you wish.
This question paper is divided into TWO sections. You must answer ALL the
questions from Section A. There are three scenarios in Section B. You must
answer the questions relating to ONE of the scenarios from Section B ONLY.
Write in full sentences – a yes or no answer will earn no marks.
Candidates must comply with the CILEx Examination Regulations.
Full reasoning must be shown in answers. Statutory authorities, decided cases and
examples should be used where appropriate.
Information for Candidates
The mark allocation for each question and part-question is given and you are advised
to take this into account in planning your work.
Write in blue or black ink or ballpoint pen.
Attention should be paid to clear, neat handwriting and tidy alterations.
Complete all rough work in your answer booklet. Cross through any work you do not
want marked.
Do not turn over this page until instructed by the Invigilator.
* This unit is a component of the CILEx LEVEL 3 PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS and LEVEL 3 LEGAL
SERVICES KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS
Page 1 of 8
, SECTION A
(Answer ALL questions in Section A)
1. Explain the legal requirements for the formation of an enforceable contract.
(3 marks)
2. Identify the statute which creates a general exception to the rule of privity
of contract.
(1 mark)
3. Distinguish an offer from an invitation to treat.
(4 marks)
4. Distinguish a request for information from a counter-offer.
(4 marks)
5. Define ‘consideration’.
(2 marks)
6. Explain the presumption as to legal relations which applies to agreements
made in social situations.
(3 marks)
7. Explain how terms may be implied by the courts.
(4 marks)
8. Identify the type of contractual term which gives only the right to claim
damages, if breached.
(1 mark)
9. Explain what is meant by a ‘half-truth’ in misrepresentation.
(2 marks)
10. Identify three examples of ways in which a contract may be frustrated.
(3 marks)
11. Explain the purpose of damages in contract.
(3 marks)
(Total Marks for Section A: 30 marks)
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