Jake owned a beachfront lot (Beachacre) that had been given to him by his grandmother.

Jake owned a beachfront lot (Beachacre) that had been given to him by his grandmother. This parcel had been in the family for generations, so when Jake’s favorite granddaughter, Jonalyn, turned twenty-one, Jake delivered a deed conveying Beachacre to Jonalyn. Several years later, Jake became concerned about Jonalyn continuing this family tradition when she stated that she did not plan to have any children. She confessed that she would probably end up selling Beachacre to the highest bidder if and when she ever needed money. Jake asked Jonalyn to return Beachacre so that he could convey it to a grandchild who already had children. Jonalyn reluctantly handed her deed back to Jake, saying: “Our relationship is more important than material wealth. Beachacre is yours again.” Jake shredded the deed. Who owns Beachacre? Select one answer from below please.

Jake, because the deed to Jonalyn was intentionally destroyed.

Jonalyn, because there was not an effective conveyance of Beachacre to Jake.

Jake, because Jonalyn had the donative intent necessary to make a valid delivery of Beachacre to Jake.

Jonalyn, because Jake’s delivery of the deed was effective.