Plagiarism Quiz For Middle School Students

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    Quoting directly from a source is acceptable if you __________. 

    • Tell your friend.
    • Put the words in quotation marks and cite the source of information.
    • Use cut and paste.
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This plagiarism quiz for middle school students assesses understanding of academic integrity. It covers citation, paraphrasing, and the consequences of plagiarism, equipping students with essential skills for ethical writing.

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  • 2. 

    To prevent plagiarism, you should copy directly from online sources or other students.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    False! The best way to prevent plagiarism is to take notes using as little copy and paste as possible. Use your own handwriting or type in your own words.

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  • 3. 

    What is it called when you steal the words or ideas from another person without giving credit to the author?

    Correct Answer
    plagiarism
    Explanation
    Plagiarism refers to the act of using someone else's words, ideas, or work without acknowledging the original author or giving proper credit. It involves copying or paraphrasing content and presenting it as one's own. Plagiarism is considered unethical and a form of intellectual theft, as it violates the rights of the original creator and undermines the principles of academic integrity and honesty.

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  • 4. 

    When you're not sure if you should cite a source, don't do anything and assume that you have not plagiarized.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    False! When in doubt....CITE!!!

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  • 5. 

    An easy way to cite sources and ensure proper format is to use ___________.

    • Easy Bib

    • Noodle Doodle

    • Son of Knight Machine

    Correct Answer
    A. Easy Bib
    Explanation
    Easy Bib and Knight Cite are the two most common online citation tools.

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  • 6. 

    The following is a proper example of an MLA parenthetical citation:In talking about her priorities, Hilary Clinton believes, "We must stop thinking of the individual and start thinking about what is best for society" (Riddolls 11).

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This statement is true because it correctly demonstrates the format of an MLA parenthetical citation. The author's last name, Riddolls, is included along with the page number, 11, in parentheses after the quotation. This is the proper way to cite a source within the text of an MLA-style paper.

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  • 7. 

    A web page's address is called a _________.

    • Link

    • Citation

    • URL

    Correct Answer
    A. URL
    Explanation
    URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator

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  • 8. 

    You do not have to cite the source of information that is considered "common knowledge".

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    True! Information that is common knowledge, such as the fact that George Washington was the 1st President of the United States, is common knowledge and does not need to be cited within your paper.

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  • 9. 

    When you put the words of others into your own words you are doing what?

    Correct Answer
    paraphrasing
    Explanation
    Paraphrasing is the act of rephrasing or restating the words or ideas of others in your own words. It involves understanding the original text and expressing it in a different way, while still maintaining the same meaning. Paraphrasing is commonly used to avoid plagiarism, to simplify complex ideas, or to provide a clearer explanation of someone else's thoughts.

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  • 10. 

    Citing a source within the text of your paper is called a/an ___________.

    • Works cited

    • Parenthetical citation

    • End note citation

    Correct Answer
    A. Parenthetical citation
    Explanation
    Parenthetical citation is also sometimes referred to as "in-text" or "internal" citation.

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