To Cite Or Not To Cite
This quiz tests knowledge on when to cite sources in academic writing, covering scenarios like using unique phrases, summarizing public domain works, and rephrasing arguments.
Questions and Answers
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You find the phrase "cultural tapeworm" in an article and decide to use it in your paper.
- A.
Have to cite it
- B.
Do not have to cite it
Correct Answer
A. Have to cite itExplanation
The phrase "cultural tapeworm" is not a commonly used or widely known term. Therefore, if you decide to use it in your paper, you should cite the source where you found it. Citing the source will give credit to the original author and provide your readers with the opportunity to explore the context and meaning of the phrase further if they wish.Rate this question:
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- 2.
You read in several places about how popular Facebook is today. You mention this in your paper.
- A.
Have to cite it
- B.
Do not have to cite it
Correct Answer
B. Do not have to cite itExplanation
The reason why you do not have to cite the fact that Facebook is popular is because it is common knowledge. Common knowledge refers to information that is widely known and accepted by the general public. Since the popularity of Facebook is a well-known fact that can be easily verified by anyone, it does not require a citation.Rate this question:
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- 3.
You find a brilliant article in favor of an idea you are advocating in your paper. You decide to use this writer's argument but turn it completely into your own words.
- A.
Have to cite it
- B.
Do not have to cite it
Correct Answer
A. Have to cite itExplanation
When using someone else's argument or ideas in your paper, it is important to give credit to the original author by citing their work. Even if you rephrase the argument in your own words, the idea still originated from the writer of the article. Citing the source not only gives proper recognition to the original author but also adds credibility to your own paper by showing that you have done thorough research and considered different perspectives.Rate this question:
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- 4.
You find a photograph on a web site and paste it into your paper.
- A.
Have to cite it
- B.
Do not have to cite it
Correct Answer
A. Have to cite itExplanation
When you find a photograph on a website and paste it into your paper, you have to cite it. This is because using someone else's photograph without giving them credit is a violation of copyright laws. Citing the photograph not only acknowledges the original creator but also provides the necessary information for readers to locate the source themselves. It is important to give proper credit to the photographer and follow ethical guidelines when using someone else's work in your own.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In your paper, you summarize but do not quote a Congressional hearing from 1899 which is in the public domain.
- A.
Have to cite it
- B.
Do not have to cite it
Correct Answer
A. Have to cite itExplanation
The answer is "have to cite it" because even though the Congressional hearing from 1899 is in the public domain, you still need to give credit to the original source when summarizing its content in your paper. Citing the source is important to acknowledge the information's origin and to avoid plagiarism.Rate this question:
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Aug 25, 2009Quiz Created by
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