On Eviction

Yes, to show your bonafides deposit it in his bank account or send it by Money Order. Any how he might have decided to ask you to vacate. Better vacate it and convey him to provide some time. Otherwise you have to face mental trauma.

remit the rent in to the landlords bank account, so question of default will not arise if he files a case for ebiction. your bona-fide wii be proved.

100% yes, goes without saying