Making a Will (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What is a will?
What is a will?
A legal document for asset distribution
Which benefit does a will provide for dependants?
Which benefit does a will provide for dependants?
Setting up guardianship for children
How does having a will help prevent family problems?
How does having a will help prevent family problems?
Clearly states the deceased's intentions
What does 'intestate' mean?
What does 'intestate' mean?
Dying without a valid will
If someone dies intestate with a spouse and children, what does the spouse receive?
If someone dies intestate with a spouse and children, what does the spouse receive?
Two-thirds of the estate
What happens if someone dies intestate with only a spouse surviving?
What happens if someone dies intestate with only a spouse surviving?
The spouse inherits everything
What is the minimum age to make a will in Ireland?
What is the minimum age to make a will in Ireland?
18 years old (or married)
What is the role of an executor?
What is the role of an executor?
Carry out instructions in the will
How many witnesses are needed when signing a will?
How many witnesses are needed when signing a will?
Two witnesses
In what format must a will be created?
In what format must a will be created?
In writing
Where must the testator sign the will?
Where must the testator sign the will?
At the end of the document
What must happen when amending an existing will?
What must happen when amending an existing will?
Follow same formal procedures as original