MS Bar Multistate Performance 2

Question 1

On the MPT, what is the primary purpose of the "File" provided to examinees?

Accepted Answer

It contains the factual documents specific to the client's case

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It contains the legal authorities examinees must apply

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It explains the grading rubric for the task

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It provides model answers from prior administrations

Question 2

An MPT task memo asks for a persuasive brief to a trial court. Which writing approach is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Argue the client's position while addressing adverse authority

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Present both sides neutrally with a balanced conclusion

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Summarize only the facts without applying the law

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Ignore adverse authority to keep the brief focused

Question 3

How much time is allotted for each MPT item on the Mississippi Bar Exam?

Accepted Answer

90 minutes

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60 minutes

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120 minutes

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45 minutes

Question 4

While reading the MPT Library, you find a case from a jurisdiction outside the fictional state of Franklin. How should you treat it?

Accepted Answer

Treat it as persuasive authority unless the materials indicate otherwise

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Ignore it because only Franklin law can be cited

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Treat it as binding because it appears in the Library

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Cite it only in a footnote as improper authority

Question 5

The task memo instructs you to write only the argument section of a brief and omit the statement of facts. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Follow the memo and draft only the argument section

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Include a statement of facts anyway for completeness

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Write a full brief including tables and certificates

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Ask the graders for clarification in your answer

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a skill the MPT is designed to test?

Accepted Answer

Memorized knowledge of substantive state law

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Sorting relevant from irrelevant facts

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Applying legal rules to a client's problem

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Communicating analysis in a required format

Question 7

A recommended time split for a 90-minute MPT task is approximately:

Accepted Answer

45 minutes reading and organizing, 45 minutes writing

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10 minutes reading, 80 minutes writing

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75 minutes reading, 15 minutes writing

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30 minutes reading, 60 minutes writing