Question 24

Sofia has an estate for years.

Sofia's lease is characterized by a specific starting and ending date, which defines it as an estate for years. This type of leasehold estate provides a clearly defined duration of tenancy.

A) estate for years

This option is correct because an estate for years is a leasehold estate that has a fixed term with a specific beginning and end date. Sofia's lease fits this description perfectly, indicating a predetermined duration of occupancy.

B) estate at sufferance

An estate at sufferance occurs when a tenant remains in possession of a property after the lease has expired without the landlord's consent. Since Sofia's lease has a defined start and end date, this option does not apply to her situation.

C) periodic estate

A periodic estate is a leasehold interest that continues for successive periods until terminated by either party, typically involving month-to-month or year-to-year arrangements. Since Sofia's lease does not operate on this basis and has fixed dates, this option is incorrect.

D) estate at will

An estate at will is a leasehold estate that lasts for an indefinite period and can be terminated at any time by either party. This does not align with the terms of Sofia's lease, which has a specific end date.

Conclusion

Sofia's lease qualifies as an estate for years due to its defined starting and ending dates, making it the correct answer. The other options do not reflect the characteristics of her lease, as they involve different conditions of tenancy or lack a fixed duration.