Dhtm 034:Hospitality Law Question Paper
Dhtm 034:Hospitality Law
Course:Diploma In Hospitality And Tourism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2011
FACULTY : EDUCATION & SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION AND PRE-UNIVERSITY
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS Answer Question ONE and any Other TWO Questions
Question 1
a) Distinguish between civil and criminal law. (16marks)
b) List FOUR sources of Kenyan law. (4marks)
Question 2
You have been invited to a seminar organized by a lobby group that is involved in promoting policy and legislation on the area of hospitality and tourism. The purpose of this particular seminar is to induct new members of parliament especially on procedures of enacting laws. The organizers have invited you as a resource person and you are to explain the members the process through which an act of parliament is made. (20marks)
Question 3
a) The law has many functions in society and in business world. Explain this statement using real life examples to show the functions of law in society and in business world. (10marks)
b) Explain FIVE essential elements of a valid contract. (10marks)
Question 4
a) Tort like contract is a civil wrong. However both have certain differences. Discuss the difference between tort and contract. (6marks)
b) Explain FOUR types of damages awarded for compensation incase of a breach of contract. (8marks)
c) Identify several circumstances in which liability can result to a restaurant for failing to inspect and maintain furniture in one dining room. State how the liability can be avoided. (6marks)
Question 5
A dinner who is served food that causes illness has THREE possible grounds to sue. Discuss. (20marks)
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