This question requires candidates to explain aspects of consideration in contract law.

(a)
2–3 marks A full to definitive answer providing a clear explanation of consideration. It is likely that case authority will be cited but it is not necessary to achieve full marks.
0–1 mark Little, if any, understanding of the meaning or role of consideration.

(b) 
6–7 marks A full to definitive answer to all three parts of the question. It is likely that cases will be cited, but examples may be credited as well.
3–5 marks Some explanation of all parts, but lacking detail, or alternatively good answers to some parts but lacking in others.
1–2 marks Some but very limited explanations of the various types of consideration.
0 marks No understanding whatsoever.