Landlord and Tenant Law Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge

Question 1

What is the landlord's right of forfeiture?

Accepted Answer

The right to evict the tenant for breach of covenant.

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The right to sell the property over the tenant's head.

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The right to increase the rent without the tenant's consent.

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The right to enter the property at any time.

Question 2

Which of the following is **not** an implied covenant in a lease?

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To assign the lease without the landlord's consent

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To pay rent

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To keep the premises in repair

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To enjoy quiet possession

Question 3

Which of the following is **not** a remedy available to a landlord for breach of a lease?

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Specific performance

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Damages

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Forfeiture

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Eviction

Question 4

In the context of landlord and tenant law, what does the principle of caveat emptor mean?

Accepted Answer

The tenant has a duty to inspect the premises before entering into a lease.

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The landlord is required to disclose all defects in the premises to the tenant.

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The landlord is liable for any injuries the tenant sustains due to defects in the premises.

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The tenant has the right to terminate the lease if the premises are not fit for purpose.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a rent deposit?

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To provide the landlord with security in case the tenant fails to pay rent.

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To cover the cost of repairs to the premises.

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To deter tenants from damaging the property.

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To provide the tenant with a fund for future expenses.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an implied covenant of a landlord?

Accepted Answer

To pay the tenant's utility bills

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To provide a habitable dwelling

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To repair and maintain the property in a reasonable state

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To allow the tenant quiet enjoyment of the premises

Question 7

What is the key difference between a lease and a tenancy?

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A lease is a legal estate in land, while a tenancy is a contractual relationship

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A tenancy is a legal estate in land, while a lease is a contractual relationship

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There is no difference between a lease and a tenancy

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A lease is always for a fixed period of time, while a tenancy can be for any period of time

Question 8

Which of the following is a statutory right of a tenant?

Accepted Answer

The right to live in a habitable dwelling

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The right to withhold rent if the landlord breaches a covenant

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The right to sublet the property without the landlord's consent

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The right to assign the lease without the landlord's consent

Question 9

Which Act of Parliament is the primary legislation governing landlord and tenant relationships in England and Wales?

Accepted Answer

The Landlord and Tenant Act 1985

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The Landlord and Tenant Act 1995

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The Housing Act 1988

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The Housing Act 2004

Question 10

How does a tenancy at will differ from a periodic tenancy?

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A tenancy at will can be terminated by either party at any time, while a periodic tenancy requires notice.

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A periodic tenancy can be terminated by either party at any time, while a tenancy at will requires notice.

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A tenancy at will is created by an express agreement, while a periodic tenancy arises by operation of law.

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There is no distinction between a tenancy at will and a periodic tenancy.

Question 11

Which of the following is not a legal remedy available to a landlord for breach of a tenant's obligation?

Accepted Answer

Specific performance

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Damages

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Injunction

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Possession

Question 12

What is the primary distinction between a lease and a license?

Accepted Answer

A lease creates an interest in land, while a license does not.

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A license creates an interest in land, while a lease does not.

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A lease is always for a fixed term, while a license can be for an indefinite period.

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There is no substantive difference between a lease and a license.

Question 13

What is the legal consequence of a surrender of a tenancy?

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Termination of the tenancy

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Creation of a new tenancy

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Assignment of the tenancy to a new tenant

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Subletting of the tenancy to a new tenant

Question 14

In addition to the covenant to pay rent, which implied covenant in every lease binds the landlord to ensure that the tenant can peacefully enjoy the property?

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Covenant for quiet enjoyment.

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Covenant to repair.

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Covenant to assign.

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Covenant to insure.

Question 15

Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which of the following is a statutory obligation of a landlord in England and Wales?

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To keep in repair the structure and exterior of the dwelling-house, including drains, gutters and external pipes.

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To replace carpets and curtains.

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To provide the tenant with a washing machine.

Question 16

Under the Housing Act 1988, which of the following is a mandatory ground for possession, meaning that the court must grant an order for possession if the ground is established?

Accepted Answer

The tenant has committed anti-social behavior in the locality which is likely to continue.

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The tenant has fallen into arrears with the rent.

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The tenant has caused damage to the property.

Question 17

What is the purpose of a 'Section 21 notice'?

Accepted Answer

To terminate an assured shorthold tenancy in England and Wales where the landlord wishes to regain possession of the property at the end of the tenancy.

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To give notice of a change in the terms of the tenancy.

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To serve as a notice of breach of the tenancy agreement.

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To increase the rent.

Question 18

Under the Rent Act 1977, which of the following tenancies is NOT protected?

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A tenancy of a property let for holiday purposes.

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A tenancy of a flat occupied as a main residence.

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A tenancy of a house occupied as a main residence.

Question 19

Which of the following is a right of a tenant under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985?

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To make alterations to the property with the landlord's consent.

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To keep pets in the property without the landlord's consent.

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To sublet the property without the landlord's consent.

Question 20

What is the principle of mutuality of obligations in landlord and tenant law?

Accepted Answer

The obligations owed by the landlord to the tenant are mirrored by the obligations owed by the tenant to the landlord, and vice versa.

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Landlords have a greater duty of care than tenants.

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Tenants are always responsible for repairs to the property.