Test yourself

Read the extract from a lease agreement below. Using the definitions provided, find an underlined word in the contract that matches the definition and write the number next to the definition. (TA S8)

Deposit Clause:
Security Deposit: The Tenant shall pay to the Landlord a security deposit in the amount of 500 dollars (the "Deposit") to be held as 1. security for the performance of all obligations and liabilities under this tenancy agreement. The Deposit shall be paid by the Tenant to the Landlord on or before the 2. commencement date of the tenancy.

Use of Deposit: The Landlord may, 3. without prejudice to any other 4. remedy or right, apply the Deposit towards the following: (a) payment of any unpaid rent, 5. utilities , or other charges due under this agreement; (b) repair, cleaning, or restoration of the premises to its original condition, excluding ordinary 6. wear and tear ; (c) compensation for any 7. damage caused by the Tenant's breach of this agreement.

Return of Deposit: Within 30 days after the termination or expiration of the tenancy and provided that the Tenant has fully 8. complied with all terms and conditions 9. herein , the Landlord shall return the Deposit to the Tenant, less any deductions made in accordance with this clause. The Tenant shall not be entitled to use the Deposit to 10. offset rent or any other amounts payable under this agreement.

a) The starting date of the tenancy or the rental period. (1 p.)
b) Harm or injury to the property beyond normal wear and tear, often resulting from the Tenant's actions or negligence. (1 p.)
c) Without negatively affecting or compromising any other legal rights or remedies available. (1 p.)
d) Within the text or contents of this document or agreement. (1 p.)
e) Services such as electricity, water, gas, or other essential services related to the property. (1 p.)
f) A sum of money paid by the Tenant to the Landlord as a form of financial protection to ensure that the Tenant fulfils their responsibilities and obligations stated in the tenancy agreement. (1 p.)
g) Acted in accordance with or followed the terms and conditions of the tenancy agreement. (1 p.)
h) The natural and expected deterioration or damage that occurs to a property or its contents over time due to ordinary use. (1 p.)
i) A legal solution or course of action that can be taken to address a breach of the tenancy agreement. (1 p.)
j) To use one amount or sum of money to cover or reduce another amount owed, such as using the security deposit to cover unpaid rent or damages. (1 p.)