Parol Evidence Rule

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What is the purpose of the Parol Evidence Rule?

  1. To prevent fraud and perjury

  2. To ensure that all agreements are in writing

  3. To promote certainty and predictability in contracts

  4. To protect the rights of third parties


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Parol Evidence Rule is a rule of evidence that prevents the introduction of extrinsic evidence, such as oral statements or prior agreements, to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract.

What is the general rule regarding the admissibility of parol evidence?

  1. Parol evidence is always admissible

  2. Parol evidence is never admissible

  3. Parol evidence is admissible only if it is relevant to the issue in dispute

  4. Parol evidence is admissible only if it is offered to explain or clarify the terms of the contract


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parol evidence is generally admissible only if it is offered to explain or clarify the terms of the contract, and not to vary or contradict them.

What are the four exceptions to the Parol Evidence Rule?

  1. Fraud, mistake, duress, and undue influence

  2. Ambiguity, illegality, impossibility, and frustration of purpose

  3. Lack of consideration, failure of consideration, and breach of contract

  4. Assignment, delegation, novation, and rescission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four exceptions to the Parol Evidence Rule are fraud, mistake, duress, and undue influence.

What is the parol evidence rule's effect on oral agreements?

  1. Oral agreements are always void.

  2. Oral agreements are always enforceable.

  3. Oral agreements are enforceable only if they are in writing.

  4. Oral agreements are enforceable only if they are supported by consideration.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The parol evidence rule does not make oral agreements void, but it does make them unenforceable unless they are supported by consideration.

What is the difference between a parol evidence rule and a merger clause?

  1. A parol evidence rule is a rule of evidence, while a merger clause is a contractual provision.

  2. A parol evidence rule applies to all contracts, while a merger clause applies only to written contracts.

  3. A parol evidence rule prevents the introduction of extrinsic evidence to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract, while a merger clause states that the written contract is the complete and final agreement between the parties.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A parol evidence rule is a rule of evidence that prevents the introduction of extrinsic evidence to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract. A merger clause is a contractual provision that states that the written contract is the complete and final agreement between the parties. A parol evidence rule applies to all contracts, while a merger clause applies only to written contracts.

What is the best way to avoid parol evidence disputes?

  1. Have all agreements in writing.

  2. Make sure that the written agreement is clear and unambiguous.

  3. Have the agreement reviewed by an attorney before signing it.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to avoid parol evidence disputes is to have all agreements in writing, make sure that the written agreement is clear and unambiguous, and have the agreement reviewed by an attorney before signing it.

Which of the following is NOT an exception to the parol evidence rule?

  1. Fraud

  2. Mistake

  3. Ambiguity

  4. Impossibility


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Impossibility is not an exception to the parol evidence rule.

What is the purpose of the parol evidence rule?

  1. To prevent fraud

  2. To protect the rights of third parties

  3. To ensure that all agreements are in writing

  4. To promote certainty and predictability in contracts


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The parol evidence rule is a rule of evidence that prevents the introduction of extrinsic evidence, such as oral statements or prior agreements, to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract. The purpose of the parol evidence rule is to promote certainty and predictability in contracts by ensuring that the written contract is the final and complete expression of the parties' agreement.

What is the general rule regarding the admissibility of parol evidence?

  1. Parol evidence is always admissible

  2. Parol evidence is never admissible

  3. Parol evidence is admissible only if it is relevant to the issue in dispute

  4. Parol evidence is admissible only if it is offered to explain or clarify the terms of the contract


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The general rule regarding the admissibility of parol evidence is that parol evidence is admissible only if it is offered to explain or clarify the terms of the contract. This means that parol evidence cannot be used to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract.

What are the four exceptions to the parol evidence rule?

  1. Fraud, mistake, duress, and undue influence

  2. Ambiguity, illegality, impossibility, and frustration of purpose

  3. Lack of consideration, failure of consideration, and breach of contract

  4. Assignment, delegation, novation, and rescission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four exceptions to the parol evidence rule are fraud, mistake, duress, and undue influence. These exceptions allow parol evidence to be admitted to show that the contract was not validly formed or that it should be rescinded.

What is the effect of the parol evidence rule on oral agreements?

  1. Oral agreements are always void.

  2. Oral agreements are always enforceable.

  3. Oral agreements are enforceable only if they are in writing.

  4. Oral agreements are enforceable only if they are supported by consideration.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The parol evidence rule does not make oral agreements void, but it does make them unenforceable unless they are supported by consideration. This means that if an oral agreement is not supported by consideration, it cannot be enforced in court.

What is the difference between a parol evidence rule and a merger clause?

  1. A parol evidence rule is a rule of evidence, while a merger clause is a contractual provision.

  2. A parol evidence rule applies to all contracts, while a merger clause applies only to written contracts.

  3. A parol evidence rule prevents the introduction of extrinsic evidence to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract, while a merger clause states that the written contract is the complete and final agreement between the parties.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A parol evidence rule is a rule of evidence that prevents the introduction of extrinsic evidence to vary or contradict the terms of a written contract. A merger clause is a contractual provision that states that the written contract is the complete and final agreement between the parties. A parol evidence rule applies to all contracts, while a merger clause applies only to written contracts.

What is the best way to avoid parol evidence disputes?

  1. Have all agreements in writing.

  2. Make sure that the written agreement is clear and unambiguous.

  3. Have the agreement reviewed by an attorney before signing it.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to avoid parol evidence disputes is to have all agreements in writing, make sure that the written agreement is clear and unambiguous, and have the agreement reviewed by an attorney before signing it.

Which of the following is NOT an exception to the parol evidence rule?

  1. Fraud

  2. Mistake

  3. Ambiguity

  4. Impossibility


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Impossibility is not an exception to the parol evidence rule.

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