Copyright and Plagiarism Fair use and Hacking QuizQuiz

What is the main purpose of copyright?

• To allow free use of all creative works

• To protect the rights of creators

• To prevent people from using the internet

• To make all content free for everyone

Which of the following is an example of plagiarism?

• Writing your own original story

• Copying text from a book and not giving credit

• Quoting an author and providing a citation

• Summarizing a chapter in your own words

What does fair use allow you to do?

• Use any copyrighted work without permission

• Use copyrighted work for specific purposes like education and criticism

• Sell copies of a copyrighted work

• Claim someone else’s work as your own

What is hacking?

• Using a computer to access information without permission

• Writing a program for a computer

• Downloading software from the internet

• Playing video games online

Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of plagiarism?

• Receiving a failing grade

• Gaining more respect from your teachers

• Facing disciplinary action

• Damaging your reputation

What should you do to avoid plagiarism when using information from a book?

• Change a few words and use it without credit

• Copy it exactly and pretend it’s yours

• Summarize it in your own words and give credit to the author

• Use it without any changes

Which of these situations is most likely covered under fair use?

• Selling copies of a famous painting

• Using a short clip from a movie in a school project

• Posting a full book online

• Copying an entire album and sharing it with friends

Why is it important to give credit to the original author when using their work?

• To avoid paying for the work

• To give credit to the original creator and avoid plagiarism

• To make your work look longer

• To confuse the reader

Which action is considered hacking?

• Creating a website

• Breaking into a secure computer system

• Writing an essay on a computer

• Using a search engine

Which of the following best defines copyright?

• A law that allows free copying of all works

• A law that gives creators control over their work

• A guideline for sharing information

• A type of computer virus