An Illusory Promise Can Be Defined as ________

question 12

Multiple Choice

An illusory promise can be defined as ________.

• A)a contract providing that only one of the parties need perform, only if he or she chooses to do so
• B)a contract not supported by consideration since the promise is supported by an illegal act
• C)a promise that lacks consideration since the person promises to perform an act or do something she already has an obligation to do
• D)a contract based on love and affection

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Definitions:

Constitution

A set of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed, outlining the structure of government and the rights of citizens.

Federalists

Advocates for a strong central government and supporters of the ratification of the U.S. Constitution in the late 18th century, as opposed to anti-federalists who favored stronger state governments.

Antifederalists

Political figures and activists in early American history who opposed the creation of a strong federal government, advocating instead for states' rights and a decentralized political structure.

Ratification Debate

The intense public and political discourse that took place during the process of ratifying the United States Constitution, with Federalists advocating for it and Anti-Federalists opposing it.