U.S. bar exam - Practice & Preparation

Q1: You're analyzing a contracts essay question. After stating the rule for consideration, you list the facts about what each party promised. What critical step are you missing? A. Identifying the issue B. Explaining HOW the facts satisfy each element of the consideration rule C. Stating your conclusion D. Citing case names E. Discussing damages

Q2: In a negligence case, the plaintiff must prove four specific requirements: duty, breach, causation, and damages. If the plaintiff proves three but fails to establish causation, what happens? A. The case proceeds since most elements are proven B. The judge weighs which elements are most important C. The plaintiff's claim fails entirely D. The plaintiff can still recover reduced damages E. The burden shifts to the defendant

Q3: A defendant in a criminal trial argues, "The prosecution hasn't proven I'm 100% certainly guilty, so I should be acquitted." What's the flaw in this argument? A. Criminal cases require no standard of proof B. The standard is beyond reasonable doubt, not absolute certainty C. Only civil cases require proof standards D. The defense has the burden of proof in criminal cases E. Circumstantial evidence doesn't count

Q4: 🔧 A bar exam essay question presents facts that could support arguments for both the plaintiff and defendant. Your time is running short. What should you do? A. Only argue the stronger side to show your judgment B. Pick the plaintiff's side and develop it fully C. Briefly address both sides, then conclude which is stronger D. Skip to the next question to maximize total points E. Write a disclaimer that you need more time

Q5: The rule for battery states: "intentional harmful or offensive contact with another person." In your essay, you write: "The defendant committed battery because he punched the plaintiff." What's the main problem? A. You didn't identify it as an intentional tort B. You didn't break down each element and explain how the facts satisfy it C. You didn't discuss damages D. You didn't cite precedent E. You used too few words