Activity 7: Notice and Eviction Language

(Objective 3: Increase their ability to read and understand a rental agreement.)

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Suggested Introduction: When problems occurs between landlords and tenants, a landlord may issue a notice to fix the problem or vacate the property. Each type of notice has specific legal processes to follow. As we’ve discussed through the Moving On Quiz and Eviction Process it is important to know what each notice means, what is expected of the tenant with each notice, and the language of the eviction process.

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This activity may be done individually with paper and pencil or in pairs using the cards. Distribute copies of Handout 8: Notices and Eviction Language or the matching cards from Instructor Materials. Ask participants to match the notice and eviction terms with the definitions. Review the matches, providing additional information on the terms from the Instructor Materials: Notices and Eviction Language Answer Key.