Assignment Questions. Please use a clear format in this assignment.

1. In respect to the rules regarding consideration, under what circumstances will past consideration, if ever, be deemed to be good consideration?
2. How would you define the term 'consideration'? In your answer also explain the distinction between executed consideration, executory consideration and past consideration.
3. How is consideration distinguished from motive in respect to contractual promises?
4. Catherine promised her still minor son, Lawrence that if he refrained from smoking and drinking until he was 21, that she would buy him a Black BMW. Lawrence has just turned 21 but Catherine refuses to buy the Black BMW, saying that Lawrence not smoking or drinking has been good for his finances as he has some savings and more importantly his health. Advise Lawrence.
5. In what instances will a forbearance to sue be deemed to be 'good' consideration?
6. In relation to the sources of law: explain the meaning of the term "common law "and state four characteristics that a custom under African customary law should satisfy to be enforceable.
7. With the use of appropriate examples, highlight four circumstances under which African customary law may be used as a source of law and matters in which African customary law can be applied.
8. One of the most significant shortcomings of the common law that led to the development of equity was inadequate remedies. As a result, many would be plaintiffs were left out; however, equity increased the remedies. With reference to the above statements discuss five equitable remedies.
9. As sources of law is concerned, explain the inadequacies of common law that resulted in the development of the principles and doctrines of equity as a complimentary source of law.
10. During legislation, a bill might either undergo assent or referral during the bill assessment process. Summarize the process of presidential assent.