Legal English Challenge 2024 – Day 15

Read the short text about force majeure clause, then select the correct option from the list to complete (1) ….. to (10) ….. .

„Force majeure” and „Act of God” are related concepts often used ___1___, but they have distinct meanings. Both terms refer to ___2___ events or circumstances that are ___3___ the control of parties and may prevent them from ___4___ their contractual obligations. They are designed to excuse or delay performance of contractual obligations when certain specified events occur. However, there are subtle differences between the two.

Force majeure clauses are explicitly included in contracts to define and list the specific events that would be considered force majeure events, including natural disasters, wars, strikes, ___5___ actions, and other events beyond human control. The terms of force majeure clauses are ___6___ between the parties, and the inclusion of specific events and the consequences of their ___7___ can vary from one contract to another.

 „Act of God” is a more specific and traditional term often used to refer to ___8___ or events that are beyond human control. It typically refers to extraordinary, natural occurrences such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and other ___9___ events caused by natural forces. It may not always be ___10___ included in contracts. Instead, it might be interpreted within the broader force majeure clause.

Now, press the START button to select the correct option from the list to complete (1) ….. to (10) ….. .