Official June 2026 AQA A-level LAW 7162/2 Paper 2 Merged Question Paper + Mark Scheme (45pages)

Answer all questions in the spaces provided. box Only one answer per question is allowed. For each question completely fill in the circle alongside the appropriate answer. CORRECT METHOD WRONG METHODS If you want to change your answer you must cross out your original answer as shown. If you wish to return to an answer previously crossed out, ring the answer you now wish to select as shown. 0 1 Which of the following would not have to be proved when claiming under the rule in Rylands v Fletcher? [1 mark] A That the claimant had a legal interest in the affected land. B That the defendant’s actions were reckless. C That the loss suffered was reasonably foreseeable. D That there was an escape of a dangerous thing. 0 2 Which of the following is not a remedy available to a claimant in the tort of private nuisance? [1 mark] A A fine B An injunction limiting behaviour which is a nuisance C An injunction prohibiting behaviour which is a nuisance D Damages 3 *03* Turn over ► IB/G/Jun24/7162/2 Do not write outside the box 0 3 In relation to a mediation hearing, which of the following statements is false? [1 mark] A The mediator can help the parties to reach their own decision. B The mediator can make a decision which is legally binding. C The mediator is an impartial third party. D The parties can choose who will act as mediator. 0 4 Which of the following is not a feature of a case brought in the civil courts? [1 mark] A A successful claimant may be awarded damages. B The burden of proof is on the claimant. C The case will be allocated to a track. D The standard of proof is beyond reasonable doubt. 0 5 Which of the following best describes repeal as a method of law reform? [1 mark] A All the law on a topic is reviewed and updated. B Outdated Acts of Parliament are removed. C Outdated Acts of Parliament are updated. D The law from several Acts is put into one Act. Turn over for the next question 5 4 *04* IB/G/Jun24/7162/2 Do not write outside the box 0 6 Explain three of the stages in the House of Commons during the process of creating an Act of Parliament. [5 marks]