Quiz on Plagiarism and Academic Writing

Who made a speech at the Democratic National Convention in 2008?

• Michelle Obama

• Melania Trump

• Hillary Clinton

• Laura Bush

What should be clearly referenced in academic writing?

• Inspiration or quotes from others

• Personal opinions

• Fictional stories

• Unpublished works

What can happen due to unconscious plagiarism?

• Accidental similarities

• Improved creativity

• Faster writing

• Better memory

What is the role of the best writers according to the text?

• To be incredibly well read

• To write quickly

• To use complex words

• To avoid all references

What is the consequence of playing the game at the very top?

• No accidents can happen

• More public attention

• Increased stress

• Higher income

Who is quoted in the image on the page?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• Benjamin Franklin

Which of the following is NOT typically used to find a source?

• Title

• Author

• Color of the book

• Year

Which of the following is a correct prompt answer for finding a source?

• Title

• Chapter number

• Index

• Table of contents

What is a common element used to trace a source?

• Author

• Page layout

• Font style

• Paper quality

Why is thoroughness in referencing important?

• It displays thoroughness in fact-checking and research

• It makes the document look complex

• It is unnecessary in research

• It reduces the need for original ideas