Plagiarism, Fair Use, And Paraphrasing

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Explore key aspects of academic integrity with our 'Plagiarism, Fair Use, and Paraphrasing' quiz. Assess your understanding of paraphrasing techniques, the importance of citation, fair use principles, and copyright duration. Essential for students and professionals to ensure ethical writing practices.

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  • 2. 

    Who owns the copyright in a work?

    • Government

    • Creator

    • Public

    • Schools

    Correct Answer
    A. Creator
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Creator." The creator of a work, whether it is a piece of literature, art, music, or any other form of creative expression, is the one who holds the copyright. This means that they have the exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and display their work, as well as the right to create derivative works based on it. Copyright protection is automatic and begins as soon as the work is created, without the need for registration or any other formalities.

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  • 3. 

    It is not necessary to cite my source as long as I put it in my own words.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The answer is False. This means that the statement or question being asked is not true or incorrect. Without further context or information, it is not possible to provide a specific explanation for why the answer is false.

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  • 4. 

    It is okay to use someone else's work, as long as you put it in bold print so the reader knows it isn't an original idea.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    This statement suggests that it is acceptable to use someone else's work as long as it is clearly indicated and attributed to the original source. However, this is incorrect. Plagiarism, which is the act of using someone else's work without giving proper credit, is considered unethical and can have serious consequences. It is important to always give credit to the original author and properly cite any borrowed information or ideas.

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  • 5. 

    What goes at the very top of the page when writing or typing a formal letter?

    • Date

    • Salutation

    • Valediction

    • Signature

    Correct Answer
    A. Date
    Explanation
    The date goes at the very top of the page when writing or typing a formal letter. This is important because it provides a reference point for the recipient to know when the letter was written. It also helps in maintaining a record of correspondence. Including the date also adds a professional touch to the letter, making it appear more organized and formal.

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  • 6. 

    What are the three ways to paraphrase information you find while doing research?

    • Direct Quote, Primary Source, Works Cited

    • Direct Quote, Indirect Quote, Copyright

    • Summary, Change Words, Direct Quote

    • Summary, Direct Quote, Primary Source

    Correct Answer
    A. Summary, Change Words, Direct Quote
    Explanation
    The three ways to paraphrase information you find while doing research are summary, change words, and direct quote. Paraphrasing involves summarizing the main ideas of a source in your own words, changing the sentence structure and vocabulary while retaining the original meaning, or directly quoting the source while giving proper credit.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following would be considered fair use?

    • Downloading your favorite song from a file sharing website to play at your birthday party

    • Using a Dr. Seuss poem in a narrative story you write at school

    • Playing a Justin Timberlake CD for your friends at soccer practice

    • Listening to Pandora Internet Radio from your iPad at home

    Correct Answer
    A. Listening to Pandora Internet Radio from your iPad at home
    Explanation
    Listening to Pandora Internet Radio from your iPad at home would be considered fair use. Fair use allows for the limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright owner. In this case, listening to Pandora Internet Radio is a personal and non-commercial use of copyrighted music, which is generally considered fair use. However, the other options mentioned involve downloading and using copyrighted material for public performance or in a narrative story, which may not be considered fair use without obtaining proper permissions.

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  • 8. 

    Which works are protected by copyright?

    • Books, song lyrics, book titles

    • Song lyrics, song titles, sheet music

    • Paintings, movies, poems

    • Calendars, movies, sculptures

    Correct Answer
    A. Paintings, movies, poems
    Explanation
    Paintings, movies, and poems are protected by copyright. Copyright is a legal protection that grants exclusive rights to the creators of original works, giving them control over how their work is used and distributed. Paintings, movies, and poems are all creative expressions that meet the criteria for copyright protection. This means that the creators of these works have the right to reproduce, distribute, display, and perform their works, as well as the right to create derivative works based on them.

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  • 9. 

    How long does copyright protection last?

    • At leas 7years

    • At least 70 years

    • Until the creator dies

    • Forever

    Correct Answer
    A. At least 70 years
    Explanation
    Copyright protection typically lasts for at least 70 years. This means that the creator of a work, such as a book, song, or film, has exclusive rights to that work for their lifetime plus an additional 70 years after their death. This allows the creator or their estate to benefit financially from their work and prevents others from using or profiting from it without permission. After the copyright term expires, the work usually enters the public domain, where it can be freely used and shared by anyone.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following would not be considered fair use?

    • Reading a book loaned to you by a friend

    • Reading an article from national geographic photocopied and assigned by your teacher

    • Photocopying an article from your Sports Illustrated Magazine about the best cleats for football and handing it out to your teammates

    • Handing out copies of a page from The Cat In The Hat to do a presentation about rhyme scheme in your language arts class

    Correct Answer
    A. Photocopying an article from your Sports Illustrated Magazine about the best cleats for football and handing it out to your teammates
    Explanation
    The act of photocopying an article from a magazine and distributing it to teammates goes against fair use because it involves making copies of copyrighted material without permission. Fair use allows for limited use of copyrighted material for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, and research. However, in this case, the photocopying and distribution of the article does not fall under any of these categories and would therefore not be considered fair use.

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