23 MCQs for SQE Property and Land Law: Test Your Knowledge and Enhance Your Skills
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1. What is the primary legislation that governs property law in England and Wales?
a) The Land Registration Act 2002
b) The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996
c) The Law of Property Act 1925
d) The Housing Act 1988
2. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legal mortgage?
a) The mortgagee has legal title to the property.
b) The mortgagee has possession of the property.
c) The mortgagee has an equitable charge over the property.
d) The mortgagee has a beneficial interest in the property.
3. Under what circumstances can a lease be terminated by forfeiture?
a) Non-payment of rent
b) Breach of a repair covenant
c) Breach of a user covenant
d) All of the above
4. What is the key difference between a joint tenancy and a tenancy in common?
a) Joint tenancy requires equal shares, while tenancy in common allows for unequal shares.
b) Joint tenancy allows for the right of survivorship, while tenancy in common does not.
c) Joint tenancy requires all tenants to have the same interest, while tenancy in common allows for different interests.
d) Joint tenancy is only available for married couples, while tenancy in common is available to anyone.
5. Which statute provides protection for tenants against unfair eviction?
a) The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
b) The Rent Act 1977
c) The Protection from Eviction Act 1977
d) The Housing Act 1988
6. What is the maximum term for a fixed-term assured shorthold tenancy created after October 1, 2015?
a) 5 years
b) 7 years
c) 10 years
d) 15 years
7. Which interest in land is considered a legal estate?
a) A leasehold interest
b) A freehold interest
c) An equitable interest
d) A license
8. What is the key difference between an assignment and a sublease?
a) Assignments involve the transfer of the whole unexpired term, while subleases involve the transfer of only part of the term.
b) Assignments require the landlord’s consent, while subleases do not.
c) Assignments are prohibited under most leases, while subleases are allowed.
d) Assignments can only be made to individuals, while subleases can be made to individuals or companies.
9. What is the purpose of the Land Registry in England and Wales?
a) To maintain a register of all land and property in England and Wales
b) To regulate the sale and purchase of land and property
c) To resolve disputes between landlords and tenants
d) To enforce planning permissions
10. Which of the following is an example of an overriding interest?
a) A legal charge
b) An equitable easement
c) A restrictive covenant
d) A leasehold estate
11. What is the maximum period of adverse possession required to acquire registered land?
a) 6 months
b) 2 years
c) 10 years
d) 15 years
12. What is the purpose of a restrictive covenant?
a) To prevent building development on land
b) To ensure the payment of rent
c) To restrict the use of land
d) To grant an easement over land
13. Which statute governs the law of easements?
a) The Law of Property Act 1925
b) The Land Registration Act 2002
c) The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996
d) The Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995
14. What is the main difference between legal and equitable easements?
a) Legal easements are registered with the Land Registry, while equitable easements are not.
b) Legal easements can be transferred separately from the land, while equitable easements cannot.
c) Legal easements arise from a right expressly granted, while equitable easements arise from long use or necessity.
d) Legal easements are enforceable in court, while equitable easements are not.
15. What does the ‘Best Efforts Obligation’ mean in relation to restrictive covenants?
a) The covenantor must use their best efforts to comply with the covenant.
b) The covenantor must take reasonable steps to enforce the covenant against others.
c) The covenantor must use their best efforts to prevent the breach of the covenant by others.
d) The covenantor must comply with the covenant to the best of their abilities.
16. Which statute provides protection for residential tenants against unfair rent increases?
a) The Rent Act 1977
b) The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
c) The Housing Act 1988
d) The Protection from Eviction Act 1977
17. Which concept allows for a party to enforce a contract against someone who is not a party to the original contract?
a) Privity of contract
b) Novation
c) Collateral contract
d) Third-party rights
18. What is a ‘charge’ in the context of property law?
a) A registration of title with the Land Registry
b) A mortgage or other security interest over property
c) A restriction on the use of property
d) A right of way over property
19. Which statute governs the law of trusts of land?
a) The Law of Property Act 1925
b) The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996
c) The Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995
d) The Land Registration Act 2002
20. What is the main purpose of the Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995?
a) To regulate the assignment and subletting of leases
b) To govern the enforcement of restrictive covenants
c) To protect tenants against unfair eviction
d) To provide a framework for the management of residential tenancies
21. What is the effect of a ‘notice to quit’ in relation to a periodic tenancy?
a) It terminates the tenancy immediately.
b) It terminates the tenancy at the end of the current period.
c) It terminates the tenancy after a specified notice period.
d) It has no effect on a periodic tenancy.
22. Which statute governs the law of adverse possession?
a) The Law of Property Act 1925
b) The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996
c) The Limitation Act 1980
d) The Housing Act 1988
23. What is the purpose of the Section 2 Notice under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954?
a) To terminate a periodic tenancy
b) To propose new lease terms to the tenant
c) To provide notice of a rent increase
d) To serve as evidence in court proceedings
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