Czech Citizenship Exam: Civil Law

Here are the 10 study questions for the Czech Citizenship exam from section 10: Civil Law. 

1.  Mrs. Svobodová's new computer broke down.  She therefore went to complain to the seller.  How many days does the seller have to handle her complaint?

Within 30 days.

2.  Mrs. Novotná rented an apartment for an indefinite period.  The landlord wants to a deposit paid (cash security).  How high can the deposit be according to the law?

A maximum of 3 monthly rents.

3.  Mr. Novotný wants to buy a house that is for sale.  At which office does he get information, who is the owner of the house?

At the cadastral office.

4.  Which property is not registered in the real estate cadastre?

Automobile.

5.  Mrs. Svobodová bought a dress in an online store.  When the goods arrived, she found that the dress was a different colour than the one she had ordered.  How many days can Mrs. Svobodová withdraw from the purchase agreement?

Within 14 days of receipt of the goods.

6.  Which of the following persons may be deal with inheritance proceedings?

Notary.

7.  Mrs. Nováková has large debts.  The court ruled that she had to pay the debt.  Who can recover the debt?

Executor.

8.  Mrs. Nováková bought the land and wants to build a family house.  He needs to get a building permit.  Which of these authorities will issue her with a building permit?

Building Authority.

9.  Mr. Novák borrowed skis from the ski rental.  Which contract did Mr. Novák conclude with the rental company?

A lease agreement.

10.  Mr. Novák cannot repay loans to banks.  He wants to file for personal bankruptcy.  Which institution will decide on the declaration of personal bankruptcy?

The Court.