WorksheetsQuiz on Introduction to Construction Contract
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the main difference between an agreement and a contract?
A contract does not need acceptance
An agreement is always legally enforceable
A contract is legally enforceable, while an agreement may not be
An agreement includes payment terms automatically
Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid contract?
Offer
Performance bond
Acceptance
Consideration
What does 'consensus ad idem' mean in contract formation?
Legal enforcement
Meeting of the minds
Witnessed signatures
Payment confirmation
Which of the following is a class of contract?
Leasehold contract
Contracts by deed
Verbal bond
Payment scheme
Which act is relevant for construction contracts in Malaysia?
Security of Payment Act 2004
Contract Law Reform Act 1995
Construction Industry Payment & Adjudication Act 2012
Construction Statutes Act 1985
What is the main purpose of a construction contract?
To avoid payment
To minimize design complexity
To facilitate construction services in exchange for payment
To reduce the role of consultants
Which party is NOT typically part of a construction contract?
Lawyer
Subcontractor
Employer
Consultant
What role does the employer typically have in a construction contract?
To build the structure
To design the project
To pay and possibly design
To manage site safety
If a contractor fails to meet quality standards, what does this constitute?
Good faith performance
Variance clause
Breach of contract
Force majeure
What does a 'deed' in contract terms signify?
Oral agreement
Contractor's license
A formal legal document with legal obligations
Verbal contract
A construction contract often includes multiple parties. Which of these is NOT one of them?
Quantity Surveyor
Main Contractor
Nominated Subcontractor
Accountant
Which of the following is a type of simple contract?
Employment offer letter
Sale of land deed
Shareholder agreement
Government tender
One of the key characteristics of a construction contract is:
Minimal documentation
Changes in design as work proceeds
Fixed legal format
Absence of third-party involvement
A contract is legally binding only if the parties have:
Paid a deposit
Legal capacity and consent
Been introduced by a lawyer
Signed before a judge
If the employer does not make payment, they are considered to be:
In negotiation
In breach of contract
Requesting variation
Acting in good faith
