Top 6 Best 'Contract' Lessons for 9th Grade

Basic Knowledge

What is a Contract?

A contract is a legal document that records the terms of agreement between two parties, outlining their responsibilities, obligations, and rights to ensure that the terms of the agreement are followed.

What are the components of a contract?

- A contract consists of the following sections:

+ Introduction: Includes the national emblem and motto, contract title, date, location, and the names, titles, and addresses of the signing parties.

+ Content: Details the contract's provisions, including each agreed-upon term.

+ Conclusion: Includes the signatures, names, and positions of the representatives of the signatory parties, with official seals (if applicable).

- The language used in the contract must be precise and clear.

Suggested Answers to Textbook Questions

Key Features of a Contract

Question 2 - Page 138 Textbook: Read the provided text and answer the following questions:

a. Why is a contract necessary?

- For business agreements with economic value, a contract is essential to ensure mutual understanding and enforcement. Any disputes or violations can be addressed based on the terms in the contract.

b. What content is included in a contract?

- A contract outlines the responsibilities, obligations, and rights of the parties involved to ensure compliance with the agreed terms.

c. What are the requirements for a contract?

- The language of the contract must be accurate and clear. The content should include the crucial agreements between the parties and comply with legal standards.

d. Can you list some types of contracts?

Examples of contracts include:

+ House rental contracts

+ Business cooperation contracts: Book purchase contracts, import-export agreements, etc.

How to Draft a Contract

Read the Textbook's 'Textbook Sales Agreement' (Pages 136-138) and answer the questions:

Question 1 - Page 138 Textbook:

What elements are included in the introduction of a contract? How is the title of the contract formatted?

Answer:

The introduction includes the national emblem and motto, contract title, date, location, and the names, positions, and addresses of the signatories.

Question 2 - Page 138 Textbook: What content is included in the body of the contract? How are these provisions recorded?

Answer:

The body of the contract records the agreed-upon terms of the contract in separate clauses.

Question 3 - Page 138 Textbook: What does the conclusion of the contract consist of? Answer:

The conclusion includes the titles, signatures, and names of the representatives of both parties, as well as any official seals (if applicable).

Question 4 - Page 138 Textbook: What should the language of the contract be like? Answer:

The language of the contract must be accurate and precise.

Practice

Question 1 - Page 139 Textbook: Choose situations where a contract is required from the options below (...Textbook)

Answer:

Contracts are required in the following situations:

+ My family and the construction materials shop agree on a sales contract.

+ My local community and the Thiên Nông company agree to establish a dealership for selling fertilizers and pesticides.

+ Two parties agree to a house rental agreement.

Question 2 - Page 139 Textbook: Draft the introduction, major sections of the contract, conclusion, and outline the specifics for a house rental contract.

Suggestion:

THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Independence - Freedom - Happiness

HOUSE RENTAL CONTRACT

Today, [Date], at [Location],

Landlord: [Name]

Permanent Address: [Address]

Tenant: [Name]

Permanent Address: [Address]

Identity Card No.: [Number] issued on [Date] at [Location]

The parties agree to the following terms for the house rental contract:

Article 1:

The landlord agrees to rent the house at [Address] to the tenant for a period of 180 days, from [Start Date] to [End Date].

Rental Price: 10,000 VND per day/night.

Article 2:

The tenant is responsible for maintaining the property. If any damage occurs due to the tenant's negligence, they must compensate for the loss. If rent is paid late, the tenant must pay double the rent, and if the landlord wishes to alter the contract, they must notify the tenant 15 days in advance.

This contract is made in two copies, each with equal legal validity. The landlord keeps one copy, and the tenant keeps the other.

Tenant: [Signature and Name]

Landlord: [Signature and Name]

I - ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE TO MASTER

1. The purpose of a contract is to document the terms and conditions of the agreement, outlining the responsibilities, obligations, and rights of both parties involved to ensure the agreement is properly executed.

2. A contract is a legal document.

3. A contract consists of the following sections:

- Introduction:

+ National slogan and insignia

+ Contract title

+ Date, time, and location

+ Names, positions, and addresses of the parties involved.

- Main content:

Details of the contract, broken down into clauses mutually agreed upon by the parties.

- Conclusion:

Includes signatures, titles, and names of the representatives from both parties, along with any official seals (if applicable).

4. The language used in a contract must be concise, clear, and precise; data must be truthful, accurate, and consistent.

II - EXERCISE GUIDELINES

1. Choose the correct phrasing between the following alternatives: (a) - (1), (b) - (2), (c) - (2), (d) - (2).

2. Draft a rental agreement for a bicycle based on the provided information.

THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Independence - Freedom - Happiness

BICYCLE RENTAL AGREEMENT

Today, on... (date)

At: ..........................................................

The parties involved are:

Party A

Name: Nguyen Van A

Permanent address: No. X, Street..., Ward..., Hue City.

Party B

Name: Le Van C

Permanent address: Hotel Y.

Identity card No.:...................... issued by the Police of.......................... on... (date).

Both parties agree to sign this Bicycle Rental Contract with the following terms and conditions:

Article 1:

Mr./Mrs. ...................... rents a bicycle .............. color............ worth........................... (................................. VND) to Mr./Mrs. ............... for the rental period of........ days (from ....... to 21:00 on .........).

Rental fee: 10,000 VND (Ten thousand VND) per day/night.

Article 2:

Mr./Mrs. ............... is responsible for keeping the bicycle in good condition. If the bicycle is lost or damaged, the renter must compensate for the damages. Late return will incur double the rental fee.

This contract is made in two copies, each of equal value, with one copy for each party.

Renter

(Name and signature)

Owner

(Name and signature)

3. When drafting the contract, it is necessary to:

- Identify the roles of the parties involved in the transaction;

- Include clauses that reflect the responsibilities, obligations, and rights of the labor renter (Party A) and labor lessor (Party B);

- Ensure the contract contains clear, specific, and accurate details.

4. Based on the guidance on contract sections, draft a contract for using a phone, using clean water, or using electricity.

I. Characteristics of a Contract

Question 1, page 136, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

Read the document

Question 2, page 138, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

a) A contract is necessary because it is a legal document that ensures the responsibilities and rights of the parties involved in a transaction, safeguarding their interests and cooperation in carrying out specific tasks.

b) Tasks to be carried out collaboratively by the parties.

Responsibilities of Party A
Responsibilities of Party B
How to address non-compliance with contract terms by Party A or Party B.

c) A contract must include:

Specific regulations regarding the work, detailing the parties' responsibilities and deadlines for task completion.
It should consist of three sections, maintaining its legal validity.

d) Types of contracts:

Employment contracts.
Lease agreements.
Commercial contracts.
Supply agreements.
Sales contracts.

II. How to Draft a Contract

Question 1, page 138, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

The introduction includes:

National slogan and insignia
Contract title
Date and place of signing the contract
Names, positions, and addresses of the parties signing the contract
The contract title should be written in uppercase, centered on the page.

Question 2, page 138, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

The body of the contract:

Record the terms and conditions agreed upon.
Responsibilities and rights of the parties involved.
Commitments of both parties
Ensure the content is accurate and complete according to the clauses.

Question 3, page 138, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

The conclusion section of the contract includes:

Signatures, titles, and names of the representatives from both parties
Verification with official stamps from the relevant authorities (if applicable).

Question 4, page 138, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

The language in the contract must be accurate and scientific.

III. Practice with Contracts

Question 1, page 139, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

Situations requiring a contract: a), b), c), e)

Question 2, page 139, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2

Write the introduction, content sections, conclusion, and draft specific conditions for a lease contract:

THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

Today, on... (date)

Location: ..................................................

The parties involved are:

PARTY A (The landlord)

Name: ..................................

ID number: ..................................

Address: ..................................

Occupation: ..................................

PARTY B (The tenant)

Name: ..................................

ID number: ..................................

Occupation: ..................................

Place of work (if any): ....................

Both parties agree to enter into this residential lease agreement with the following terms:

Article 1: Party A agrees to lease Party B the house located at: ......... (address) consisting of ... rooms, with a total area of ... m². The lease period is from ... to ... years.

Article 2: The monthly rent is ... VND.

Article 3: The tenant shall pay the rent monthly (or quarterly) on the ... of each month (or quarter) by cash. A receipt will be provided for each payment.

Article 4: The tenant is responsible for maintaining the property and must inform the landlord of any damages for necessary repairs.

Article 5: If the primary tenant passes away, a family member (parent, spouse, child) may continue or renew the lease agreement on behalf of the deceased.

Article 6: Both parties agree to fulfill the contract terms. Any violations will be resolved through the legal system or mutual agreement.

I. Characteristics of a Contract

1. The purpose of the contract document is to record the agreed-upon terms regarding the responsibilities, obligations, and rights of both parties involved to ensure the agreement is carried out as planned.

2. The structure of the contract includes the main sections:

- Introduction:

+ National slogan and insignia

+ Contract title

+ Date and location of signing

+ Names, positions, and addresses of the contracting parties

- Main content:

Record the content according to the agreed terms between the parties.

- Conclusion:

Signatures, titles, and names of the representatives from both parties, with official verification.

3. The language used must be precise and coherent.

Practice

Exercise 1 (page 139, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2)

In situations a and d, no contract is required:

+ For situation a, write a request letter.

+ For situation d, write a handover document.

Exercise 2 (page 139, Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2)

- Introduction:

+ Slogan

+ Contract title (Residential Lease Agreement)

+ Date, location

+ Introduce the contracting parties: Party A (landlord) – Party B (tenant)

- Conclusion:

Signatures, names of representatives from both parties

- Specific terms to include in the lease agreement:

+ Responsibilities and rights of Party A

+ Responsibilities and rights of Party B

+ Property condition report

Part I: FEATURES OF A CONTRACT

Read the provided text (pages 137, 138 in Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2) and answer the following questions:

a) Why is a contract necessary?

b) What contents are included in a contract?

c) What requirements should a contract meet?

d) Can you list some contracts you are familiar with?

Answer:

a) A contract is necessary because it provides a binding foundation for the parties involved, ensuring responsibility for fulfilling the agreed terms and safeguarding the interests of all parties involved.

b) A contract records the agreement between two parties, establishing, altering, or terminating their rights and obligations related to a specific task.

c) - A contract must comply with legal provisions, align with traditions, and be precise and clear.

- The parties involved must demonstrate agreement through their names and signatures, with representatives who possess the legal authority to act.

d) Some contracts I know include: employment contracts, economic contracts, supply contracts, sales contracts, and training contracts.

Part II: HOW TO DRAFT A CONTRACT

Read the sales contract of textbooks in Section I (page 138 in Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2) and answer the following questions:

1. What sections are included in the introduction of a contract? How is the contract name written?

2. What sections are included in the contract's content? What is your opinion on how these sections are written in the contract?

3. What sections are included in the conclusion of the contract?

4. How should the language of the contract be written?

Answer:

1. The introduction of the contract includes the following:

+ National motto and slogan.

+ Contract name (centered on the page).

+ The basis for signing the contract.

2. The contract's content includes terms that specify the responsibilities of both parties, product quality, specifications, and the contract's effectiveness.

3. The conclusion of the contract includes the signatures of the authorized representatives of both parties.

4. The language of the contract must be accurate and concise.

Part III: PRACTICE EXERCISES

Question 1 (page 139 in Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2)

Select situations that require drafting a contract:

Answer:

The following situations require a contract:

+ My family and the construction materials store agree on a sales contract.

+ Our village and the Thiên Nông company agree on setting up a distribution agency for fertilizers and pesticides.

+ Two parties agree to rent a house.

Question 2 (page 139 in Grade 9 Literature Textbook, Volume 2)

Write down the introduction, major sections in the content, conclusion, and proposed conditions for finalizing a rental agreement:

Answer:

THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Independence - Freedom - Happiness

HOUSE RENTAL AGREEMENT

Today, [date] [month] [year]

At: [location]

Landlord

Name: [Full Name]

Permanent address: [Address]

Tenant

Name: [Full Name]

Permanent address: [Address]

ID Number: [ID Number] issued on [Date] at [Location]

The two parties agree to the following rental terms:

Article 1

The landlord agrees to lease a house at [address] to the tenant for [period].

Rental Price: [price] per day.

Article 2

The tenant is responsible for maintaining the house. Any damage caused by the tenant requires compensation, and any late payments will incur a double rent penalty. If the landlord wishes to modify the contract, they must provide a 15-day notice.

This contract is made in two copies, both having equal legal value, one for the landlord and one for the tenant.

Tenant's Signature Landlord's Signature

[Signature and Full Name] [Signature and Full Name]

A. KEY CONCEPTS

I- CHARACTERISTICS OF CONTRACTS

1. Read the following text:

THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Independence - Freedom - Happiness

-------------

CONTRACT FOR THE SALE OF TEXTBOOKS

- Based on the Economic Contract Decree dated ... of the Prime Minister, and related implementation documents from various authorities.

- Based on the needs and capacities of both parties.

Today, on ... (date) ... (month) ... (year).

At the location: ...

We, the undersigned:

Party A:

Joint Stock Company for School Textbooks and Equipment ... Department of Education and Training...

Address: ...

Phone: ... Fax: ...

Bank Account: ...

Tax Code: ...

Represented by Mr./Ms. ...

Position: ...

Party B:

Limited Liability Company: ...

Address: ...

Phone: ... Fax: ...

Bank Account: ...

Tax Code: ...

Represented by Mr./Ms. ...

Position: ...

Both parties agree to sign a contract for the sale of textbooks with the following terms:

Article 1. Transaction content: Delivery, receipt, and sale of textbooks.

Article 2. Party A's responsibilities and obligations:

- Ensure timely and sufficient supply of textbooks to Party B.

- Deliver goods to Party B.

Article 3. Party B's responsibilities and obligations:

- Inspect quantity, types, and quality of goods and unload from transportation vehicles to the store.

- Carefully preserve the goods, ensuring no loss or damage.

- Pay Party A fully and on time.

- Sell at the agreed price.

Article 4. Payment method:

- Party B is entitled to a discount of ...% of the total value of sold goods.

- Payments will be made monthly, from the 25th to the 30th, with mutual agreement on the next month's plan.

- Party B is liable for any damage or loss of goods and must compensate Party A.

Article 5. Validity of the contract:

This contract is valid from ... (date) ... (month) ... (year) to ... (date) ... (month) ... (year). If any terms become unsuitable during the contract's execution, both parties will discuss and agree on a solution.

This contract is made in two copies, each holding equal legal value, with each party keeping one copy.

Party A Representative Party B Representative

(Position, sign, name, and seal) (Position, sign, name, and seal)

2. Answer the following questions:

a) Why is a contract necessary?

b) What information should be included in the contract?

c) What are the requirements for the contract content?

d) Name one contract you are familiar with.

Answers:

a) The purpose of a contract: To record the terms of agreement concerning the responsibilities, obligations, and rights of both parties involved, ensuring proper fulfillment of the commitments.

b) The contract content:

Introduction:

National title and motto
Contract title
Date and location
Names, positions, and addresses of the contracting parties.

Body:
Details of the contract, divided into agreed-upon terms.

Conclusion:
Signatures, positions, names, and official seals (if applicable) of the representatives of both parties.

c) The body should outline the terms of the agreement as mutually agreed upon by the parties.

d) Examples of contracts: house sale contract, land sale contract, rental contract, etc.

II- HOW TO CREATE A CONTRACT

Re-read the contract for the sale of textbooks in section I and answer the following question:

Content:

Introduction:

National title and motto
Contract title
Date and location
Names, positions, and addresses of the contracting parties.

Body:
Details of the contract, divided into agreed-upon terms.

Conclusion:
Signatures, positions, names, and official seals (if applicable) of the representatives of both parties.

The wording of the contract must be precise and clear.

B. EXERCISES AND SOLUTIONS

Question 1: page 139, Literature 9, Volume 1

Select situations where a contract is needed from the following cases:

a) Your school requests approval from higher authorities to repair and modernize classrooms.
b) Your family and a building materials store agree to purchase and sell items.
c) Your commune and Thiên Nông Company agree to establish a dealership for selling fertilizers and pesticides.
d) The principal is transferring to another position and needs to hand over work to the new principal.
e) Two parties agree to purchase a house.

Answer:
The following situations require a contract:
b) Your family and the building materials store agree to purchase and sell items.
c) Your commune and Thiên Nông Company agree to establish a dealership for selling fertilizers and pesticides.
e) Two parties agree to rent a house.

Question 2: page 139, Literature 9, Volume 2
Write the introduction, key points in the body, conclusion, and expected terms to be specified in a house rental contract.

Answer:
Introduction:
National title
Contract title (House rental contract)
Date and location
Main points in the body:
Information about the landlord
Information about the tenant
Terms of the rental: Rent, duration, etc.
Conclusion:
Signatures, names of the representatives of both parties.

Expected terms to be clarified in the rental contract:
Responsibilities and rights of Party A (landlord)
Responsibilities and rights of Party B (tenant)
Details about the rented house.