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Chapter 24 Assessment Answers
Matching Key Terms
1. h 9. g
2. a 10. k
True/False Quiz
16. T 21. F
17. F 22. F
Discussion Questions
26. Real property is defined as land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and
27. A gift that meets certain requirements is known as an inter vivos gift (between the living). A gift
28. Severalty ownership means that one person holds all the rights of ownership in a particular
29. A building is a structure built on land. It can be permanently placed on or beneath the surface of
30. Rights to land include the airspace above the land (air rights) and the rights to minerals such as
31. A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest a grantor has in real property. A warranty deed is
Thinking Critically About the Law
32. Real property has permanence and is taxed differently than personal property. Real property can
33. Because the transfer of real property involves title searches, property surveys, encumbrances,
34. A gift given in causa mortis is likely to be influenced by the donor’s perception of his or her
36. Some students will suggest that the ocean belongs to all, so everyone should have access to it.
Case Questions
37a. N
38a. Y
39a. N
40a. Y
Case Analysis
41. Principle of law: Title to land can be conveyed through adverse possession.
42. Principle of law: An easement is a right or interest in land granted for the benefit of one party
43. Principle of law: Requirements for an inter vivos gift are: (a) the person giving the gift (donor)
44. Principle of law: Objects are mislaid, rather than lost, when they are intentionally left in a
Legal Research
45. Real property can be taken from an owner by action of government or other public authority for
46. In this case, the challenged ordinance allowed only town residents access to beach-park areas.
BONUS ACTIVITIES
Refer to the Chapter Assessment Questions, Legal Research #46, Using Technology. Separate
