Copyright Quiz

(a)   is NOT included in the types of works protected by copyright.

• Literary works
• Dramatic works
• Scientific discoveries
• Musical works

Match the following types of works with their descriptions:

• Works that include compositions and songs

• Scientific theories

• Works that include paintings, drawings, and sculptures

• Artistic works

• Works that include plays and performances

• Dramatic works

• Concepts and explanations in the field of science

• Musical works

What is the main benefit of copyright for authors?

• Financial support

• Legal protection for their original works

• Publicity

• Distribution rights

Which of the following is an example of reproducing or distributing an original work to the public under U.S. copyright law?

• Creating a new book based on a movie

• Performing a play in a private setting

• Creating and selling copies of a film

• Displaying a painting in a private gallery

What is an example of creating new works based upon the original work under U.S. copyright law?

• Selling the original painting

• Making a movie based on a book

• Performing a play in a public theater

• Displaying a sculpture in a museum

Which of the following is NOT an exclusive right given by U.S. copyright law?

• Reproduce the original work

• Distribute the original work

• Create new works based on the original

• Sell the original work

What does U.S. copyright law generally NOT give the author/creator the exclusive right to do?

• Reproduce the work

• Distribute the work

• Create new works based on the original

• Sell the original work

Which type of work includes audio recordings?

• Architectural works

• Audio recordings

• Photographs

• Pantomimes

Which type of work includes pantomimes and choreographic works?

• Literary works

• Pantomimes and choreographic works

• Photographs

• Video games

Which type of government works are NOT protected by copyright?

• State government works

• Federal government works

• Local government works

• International government works