In Which of the Following Cases Did the Court Hold

question 9

Multiple Choice

In which of the following cases did the Court hold that a defendant could be charged with attempting to burn down a house?

• A) Rex v. Higgins (1801)
• B) Rex v. Scofield (1784)
• C) People v. Paluch (1966)
• D) State v. Smith (2004)

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Definitions:

Accord And Satisfaction

An arrangement between contracting parties whereby one of the parties substitutes a different performance for his or her original duty under the contract.

Novation

The act of replacing one obligation with another, effectively creating a new contract and releasing the original party from responsibility.

Assignment

The transfer of rights, property, or responsibilities from one party to another.

Delegation

The act of assigning responsibility or authority from one person or group to another person or group.