Inheritance and Wills quiz

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1. 1 Easy

   Who inherits in England if there is no will and no relatives?

   Answer: The Crown

   Why: Where the person lived in the Duchy of Lancaster or the Duchy of Cornwall, the ownerless estate goes to that duchy instead.

2. 2 Medium

   Where was Aretha Franklin's 2014 handwritten will found?

   Answer: Under sofa cushions

   Why: A Michigan jury ruled the notebook a valid will in 2023, finding it bore her signature, with a smiley face in the A.

3. 3 Hard

   In France, what share of an estate must go to three children?

   Answer: 3/4

   Why: The reserved share grows with the family: half the estate for one child, two thirds for two, three quarters for three or more.

4. 4 Easy

   Which account did a top German court let heirs inherit in 2018?

   Answer: Facebook

   Why: Judges compared the account to diaries and private letters, which pass to a person's heirs as well.

5. 5 Medium

   How long do German heirs usually have to turn down an inheritance?

   Answer: 6 weeks

   Why: Six months apply instead if the deceased lived only abroad or the heir is abroad when the clock starts.

6. 6 Hard

   From what age can a person make a will in Germany?

   Answer: 16

   Why: Until 18, the will must be made before a notary, because German law bars minors from writing one by hand.