Upholding Academic Honesty

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What is a common consequence of plagiarism in many academic institutions?

• A warning and a chance to resubmit the work

• Mandatory attendance in a workshop on academic integrity

• A failing grade for the assignment or course

• No consequences, as plagiarism is often overlooked

Which of the following is NOT a strategy to avoid plagiarism?

• Paraphrasing the original text and citing the source

• Using quotation marks for direct quotes and citing the source

• Submitting a friend's paper as your own with minor changes

• Summarizing the main points of a source in your own words and citing it

When should you cite a source?

• Only when you use direct quotes

• When you use an idea that is not your own, whether it's paraphrased, summarized, or quoted

• Only when you use information that is common knowledge

• When you are unsure if the information requires a citation

What is the purpose of citation styles like APA, MLA, and Chicago?

• To make papers look more professional

• To provide a consistent format for publishing

• To give proper credit to the sources used in research

• All of the above

Which of the following actions aligns with academic integrity policies?

• Collaborating with classmates on an individual assignment

• Reporting a peer who is cheating on an exam

• Copying and pasting information from the internet without citation

• Using the same paper for multiple classes without permission

What is the impact of plagiarism on academic success?

• It enhances academic reputation by showing extensive knowledge

• It has no impact as long as the student is not caught

• It can lead to academic probation or expulsion, affecting future opportunities

• It improves learning outcomes by saving time on assignments

Which of the following is considered plagiarism?

• Citing a source incorrectly by mistake

• Writing a paper based on your own original ideas

• Copying text from a source without quotation marks or citation

• Discussing your assignment with a classmate to get ideas

What should you do if you are unsure about how to cite a source?

• Guess the citation format and hope it is correct

• Avoid using the source altogether

• Consult the official citation style guide or ask your instructor for guidance

• Use an online citation generator without double-checking its accuracy

Why is it important to understand your institution's academic integrity policy?

• To avoid unintentionally breaking the rules

• To use the policy to your advantage

• To find loopholes in the policy

• To challenge the policy's validity